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Titanite and Hematite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.605.00-5.30
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.56
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
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.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Hematite- Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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 and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.