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Anatase and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

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
3.82-3.974
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]
{010} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-65
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anatase and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anatase and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
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Anatase and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anatase and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anatase and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anatase is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.