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Titanite and Tanzanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.48-3.603.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.56.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Titanite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Titanite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.