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Titanite and Crystal Opal Physical Properties


Crystal Opal and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
1.97-2.22   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Titanite and Crystal Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Crystal Opal 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 Crystal Opal chemical formula.

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Titanite and Crystal Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Crystal Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Crystal Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Crystal Opal is 1.97-2.22.

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