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Titanite
Titanite

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Titanite and Thulite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
-

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.48-3.603.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-7
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaTiSiO5
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Titanite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite- CaTiSiO5
  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Titanite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.