1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
1.2 Solubility
Insoluble in acids
Easily soluble in cold dilute HCl
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Good in two directions parallel to the prism faces {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaZn(AsO4)(OH)