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Titanite and Hematite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.48-3.60
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
5-5.5
CaTiSiO5
 
Brittle
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5.00-5.30
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}
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Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Titanite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Hematite Specific Gravity

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