Scorzalite and Titanite Physical Properties

Scorzalite

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

3.313.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorzalite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scorzalite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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