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Emerald and Titanite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

Hard
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Specific Gravity

2.67-2.783.48-3.60
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Imperfect on the [0001]
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Mohs Hardness

7.5-85-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Be3Al2SiO6
CaTiSiO5

Emerald and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Emerald 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 Emerald and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Emerald and Titanite Specific Gravity

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