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Euclase and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Euclase Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
{010} Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
7.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Euclase and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase and Datolite 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 Euclase and Datolite chemical formula.

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Euclase and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Euclase and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Euclase and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Euclase is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.

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