Titanite and Nifontovite Physical Properties

Titanite

Nifontovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.35-2.36

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

{???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Titanite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Titanite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.