Jadeite and Titanite Sphene Physical Properties

Jadeite and Titanite Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Jadeite and Titanite Sphene 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 Jadeite and Titanite Sphene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Jadeite- NaAlSi 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Titanite Sphene- CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Jadeite and Titanite Sphene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jadeite and Titanite Sphene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jadeite and Titanite Sphene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jadeite is 3.52-3.54 whereas that of Titanite Sphene is 3.52-3.54.