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Titanite and Sugilite Physical Properties


Sugilite and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.69-2.79   

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

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Poor on {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
5.5-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Titanite and Sugilite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Sugilite 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 Sugilite chemical formula.

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Titanite and Sugilite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Sugilite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Sugilite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.69-2.79 whereas that of Sugilite is 2.69-2.79.

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