Sardonyx and Titanite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

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

2.55-2.703.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sardonyx and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sardonyx and Titanite Specific Gravity

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