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Titanite and Sanidine Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.48-3.60
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
5-5.5
CaTiSiO5
 
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2.54-2.61
Uneven
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
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KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

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Titanite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

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