Microcline and Titanite Physical Properties

Microcline

Titanite

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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

2.55-2.633.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{001} Perfect, {010} Good

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Microcline and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Microcline and Titanite Specific Gravity

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