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Anatase 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
3.82-3.973.48-3.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [001] and [011]
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-65-5.5
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 Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anatase 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 Anatase and Titanite chemical formula.

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

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