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Titanite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}  
None  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Titanite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.

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