Californite and Titanite Physical Properties

Californite

Titanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.32-3.473.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available5-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Californite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Californite 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 Californite and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Californite- Ca 10Mg 2Al 4(SiO 4) 5(Si 2O 7) 2(OH) 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Californite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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