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Gaylussite

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Gaylussite and Datolite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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Decomposes in water
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1.93-1.99
Conchoidal
perfect [110]
2.5
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)
 
Brittle
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2.90-3.00
Conchoidal, Uneven
None
5-5.5
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gaylussite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Datolite chemical formula.

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Gaylussite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Gaylussite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Gaylussite Vs Datolite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Gaylussite is whereas that of Datolite is .