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Adamite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Titanite 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 Adamite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
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Adamite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.