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Titanite and Adamite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.604.32-4.48
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
{101}, good; {010}, poor

Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Titanite and Adamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Adamite 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 Titanite and Adamite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Titanite and Adamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Adamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Adamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 4.32-4.48 whereas that of Adamite is 4.32-4.48.