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Thulite and Titanite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
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Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.13.48-3.60
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Mohs Hardness

6-75-5.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
CaTiSiO5

Thulite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5

Thulite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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