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Brucite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Sectile
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.393.48-3.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Irregular
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Brucite 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 Brucite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Brucite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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