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Forsterite 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
3.23-3.26
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010} imperfect on {100}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Forsterite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Forsterite 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 Forsterite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Forsterite- Mg 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Forsterite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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