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Liddicoatite 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
3.02
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} Poor
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Liddicoatite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Liddicoatite 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 Liddicoatite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Liddicoatite- Ca(Li 2Al)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Liddicoatite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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