White topaz and Datolite Physical Properties

White topaz and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing White topaz 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 White topaz and Datolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of White topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

White topaz and Datolite Specific Gravity

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