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Boracite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95-2.96
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Boracite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Boracite 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 Boracite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Boracite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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