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Chlorapatite and Titanite Physical Properties

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
3.17-3.18
3.48-3.60
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
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5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Chlorapatite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Chlorapatite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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