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Titanite and Brazilianite Physical Properties


Brazilianite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.98-2.99   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Gems   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
(010) Distinct to good   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Titanite and Brazilianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Brazilianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Brazilianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Brazilianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.98-2.99 whereas that of Brazilianite is 2.98-2.99.

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