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Biotite 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
2.7-3.3
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite 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 Biotite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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