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Titanite and Schorlomite Physical Properties


Schorlomite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
3.77-3.93   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7-7.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Titanite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.

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