Titanite and Nickeline Physical Properties

Titanite

Nickeline

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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

3.48-3.60Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Titanite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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Titanite and Nickeline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Nickeline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Nickeline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is Not Available whereas that of Nickeline is Not Available.