Titanite and Albite Physical Properties

Titanite

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.60-2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Titanite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.