Kutnohorite and Datolite Physical Properties

Kutnohorite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kutnohorite 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 Kutnohorite and Datolite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Kutnohorite and Datolite Specific Gravity

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