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Titanite and Grossular Physical Properties


Grossular and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
3.55-3.73   

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

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Titanite and Grossular Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Grossular 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 Grossular chemical formula.

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Titanite and Grossular Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Grossular Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Grossular Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Grossular is 3.55-3.73.

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