Titanite and Tigers Eye Physical Properties

Titanite

Tigers Eye

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.48-3.602.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

SiO₂

Titanite and Tigers Eye Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Tigers Eye 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 Tigers Eye chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tigers Eye- SiO₂

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Titanite and Tigers Eye Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Tigers Eye Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Tigers Eye Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Tigers Eye is 2.58-2.64.