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Titanite and Tremolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.48-3.602.95-3.07
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite and Tremolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite and Tremolite 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 Tremolite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite and Tremolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite and Tremolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite and Tremolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite is 2.95-3.07 whereas that of Tremolite is 2.95-3.07.