Elaeolite and Brookite Physical Properties

Elaeolite

Brookite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.673.87-4.14

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Elaeolite and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite and Brookite 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 Elaeolite and Brookite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Elaeolite and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Elaeolite and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Elaeolite and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Elaeolite is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.