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Titanite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.51-2.63   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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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.

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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.

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