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Titanite and Bastnsite Physical Properties


Bastnsite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60  
4.78-5.20  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}  
Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
4-4.5  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
CeFCO3  

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Titanite and Bastnsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Bastnsite 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 Bastnsite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Bastnsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Bastnsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Bastnsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 4.78-5.20 whereas that of Bastnsite is 4.78-5.20.

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