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Clinochlore 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
2.60-3.02
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Clinochlore and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clinochlore 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 Clinochlore and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Clinochlore- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 5Al(Si 3Al)O 10(OH) 8Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Clinochlore and Titanite Specific Gravity

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