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Brookite and Selenite 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
3.87-4.14
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1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
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1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Brookite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brookite and Selenite 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 Brookite and Selenite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Brookite and Selenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Brookite and Selenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Brookite is Not Available whereas that of Selenite is Not Available.