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Titanite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
None, but may exhibit slight parting   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
MgAl2O4   

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Titanite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Titanite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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