Hexagonite and Titanite Physical Properties

Hexagonite

Titanite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.98-3.033.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Hexagonite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Hexagonite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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