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Quartz and Titanite Physical Properties

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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
2.653.48-3.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
75-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
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Quartz and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz 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 Quartz and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2
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Quartz and Titanite Specific Gravity

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