Titanite and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties

Titanite

Pyrrhotite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.604.58-4.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Absent

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.53.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Titanite and Pyrrhotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Pyrrhotite 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 Pyrrhotite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Pyrrhotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Pyrrhotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Pyrrhotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 4.58-4.65 whereas that of Pyrrhotite is 4.58-4.65.