Titanite and Clinozoisite Physical Properties

Titanite

Clinozoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.603.21-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Irregular/uneven, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Perfect on {001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Titanite and Clinozoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Clinozoisite 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 Clinozoisite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Clinozoisite- Ca 2Al 3(SiO 4) 3(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Titanite and Clinozoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Clinozoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Clinozoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.21-3.38 whereas that of Clinozoisite is 3.21-3.38.