Titanite and Ceylonite Physical Properties

Titanite and Ceylonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Ceylonite 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 Ceylonite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Ceylonite- (Mg,Fe2+ )Al 2O 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Titanite and Ceylonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Ceylonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Ceylonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.63-3.9 whereas that of Ceylonite is 3.63-3.9.