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Titanite
Titanite

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Titanite and Sarcopside Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.603.79-3.94
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Lamellar, Splintery

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor

Mohs Hardness

5-5.54
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
FeAs

Titanite and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Sarcopside- FeAs

Titanite and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.