Titanite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Titanite

Ettringite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Partially soluble in water

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.601.77

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Perfect on {10 1 0}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.52-2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Titanite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.