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Titanite and Citrine Physical Properties


Citrine and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.65   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO2   

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Titanite and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Citrine 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 Citrine chemical formula.

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Titanite and Citrine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Citrine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Citrine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.65 whereas that of Citrine is 2.65.

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