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Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.52-3.54
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite Sphene- CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite Sphene and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite Sphene is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.