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Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Physical Properties


Vesuvianite Idocrase and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
3.25-3.50  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
Distinct  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.  

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Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase chemical formula.

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Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Vesuvianite Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 3.25-3.50 whereas that of Vesuvianite Idocrase is 3.25-3.50.

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