Titanite Sphene and Parisite Physical Properties

Titanite Sphene and Parisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite Sphene and Parisite 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 Sphene and Parisite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Titanite Sphene- CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Titanite Sphene and Parisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite Sphene and Parisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite Sphene and Parisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite Sphene is 4.33-4.42 whereas that of Parisite is 4.33-4.42.