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Vlasovite and Datolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO3
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97
2.90-3.00
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Vlasovite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite 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

Vlasovite and Datolite Specific Gravity

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