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Titanite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Titanite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Pyrophyllite 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 Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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