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Titanite
Titanite

Lepidocrocite
Lepidocrocite



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Titanite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.604
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
{010} Perfect

Mohs Hardness

5-5.55
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
FeO(OH)

Titanite and Lepidocrocite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)

Titanite and Lepidocrocite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Lepidocrocite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Lepidocrocite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 4 whereas that of Lepidocrocite is 4.