Sunstone and Titanite Physical Properties

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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

2.62-2.653.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001)

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

001

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

65-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Sunstone and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sunstone 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 Sunstone and Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sunstone- Microcline: KAlSi₃O₈ Oligoclase: (Na,Ca)Al_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Sunstone and Titanite Specific Gravity

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