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Black Opal and Titanite Physical Properties


Titanite and Black Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.97-2.22   
3.48-3.60   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Not Available   

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Black Opal and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Black Opal 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 Black Opal and Titanite chemical formula.

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Black Opal and Titanite Specific Gravity

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

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