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Papagoite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Papagoite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.25  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Papagoite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Datolite chemical formula.

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Papagoite and Datolite Specific Gravity

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

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