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Datolite and Wulfenite Physical Properties


Wulfenite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
6.50-7.00  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Irregular, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
None  
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  

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Datolite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Datolite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Datolite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Datolite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.

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