Titanite and Hexagonite Physical Properties

Titanite

Hexagonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.98-3.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite and Hexagonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Titanite and Hexagonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Hexagonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Hexagonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.98-3.03 whereas that of Hexagonite is 2.98-3.03.