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Titanite
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Titanite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.74-2.76
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Titanite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Titanite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.