Gaylussite and Titanite Physical Properties

Gaylussite

Titanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

decomposes in water

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

1.93-1.993.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

perfect [110]

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

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Gaylussite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

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Gaylussite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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