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Tavorite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Tavorite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.32  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Distinct, {???} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
LiFe3+ (PO 4)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Tavorite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tavorite 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 Tavorite and Datolite chemical formula.

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Tavorite and Datolite Specific Gravity

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

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