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Titanite and Biotite Physical Properties


Biotite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60  
2.7-3.3  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  
Uneven, Even  

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}  
Perfect on the {001}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
2.5-3.0  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2  

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Titanite and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.

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