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Titanite Sphene and Wavellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.52-3.54
2.36
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Titanite Sphene and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite Sphene and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite Sphene- CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Titanite Sphene and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Titanite Sphene and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Titanite Sphene and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Titanite Sphene is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.