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Titanite

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Titanite and Amethyst Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

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insoluble in common solvents

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.65
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Indiscernible

Mohs Hardness

5-5.57
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
SiO2

Titanite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Titanite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

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