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Titanite

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Titanite and Black Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.48-3.601.97-2.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite and Black Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Black Opal 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 Black Opal chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite and Black Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Black Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Black Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Black Opal is 1.97-2.22.