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Titanite and Ettringite Physical Properties


Ettringite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Partially soluble in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
1.77   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Perfect on {10 1 0}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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