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Tortoiseshell and Titanite Physical Properties


Titanite and Tortoiseshell Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
1.25-1.35   
3.48-3.60   

Fracture
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Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   

Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
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Tortoiseshell and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Titanite 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 Tortoiseshell and Titanite chemical formula.

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Tortoiseshell and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.

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