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Thulite and Datolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.12.90-3.00
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-75-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Datolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Thulite and Datolite Specific Gravity

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