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Titanite and Pargasite Physical Properties


Pargasite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
3.04-3.26   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Splintery, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
{110} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Titanite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.

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