Anatase and Brucite Physical Properties
Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Sectile
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.82-3.97
2.39
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Irregular
Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]
Perfect on {0001}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
2.5
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anatase and Brucite Chemical Formula
While comparing Anatase and Brucite 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 Anatase and Brucite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Anatase and Brucite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anatase and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anatase and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anatase is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.
