Titanite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Titanite

Chrysotile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.51-2.63

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.52.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Titanite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Titanite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.