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Titanite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60  
2.78  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Titanite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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