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Titanite and Brucite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Sectile

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.39
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Irregular

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Perfect on {0001}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.52.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.