Titanite and Edenite Physical Properties

Titanite

Edenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.60

3.05-3.37

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Good on (110)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5

5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

Titanite and Edenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Edenite 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 Edenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2

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Titanite and Edenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Edenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Edenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.05-3.37 whereas that of Edenite is 3.05-3.37.