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Austinite and Titanite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

Easily soluble in cold dilute HCl
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

4.123.48-3.60
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Good in two directions parallel to the prism faces {110}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Mohs Hardness

4-4.55-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaZn(AsO4)(OH)
CaTiSiO5

Austinite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Austinite 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 Austinite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Austinite- CaZn(AsO4)(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Austinite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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