Smithsonite and Titanite Physical Properties

Smithsonite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite and Titanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Smithsonite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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