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Uvite and Titanite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.14
3.48-3.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Titanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Titanite Specific Gravity

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