Polyhalite and Titanite Physical Properties

Polyhalite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Titanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Polyhalite- K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Polyhalite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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