Brookite

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Physical & Optical Properties

Mohs Hardness 5.5 – 6.0
Specific Gravity 3.87 – 4.14
Refractive Index 2.583 – 2.741
Crystal System Orthorhombic
Cleavage Indistinct
Fracture Sub-Conchoidal
Color various
Birefringence 0.117
Pleochroism Nil

Mohs Hardness

1 Talc 2 Gypsum 3 Calcite 4 Fluorite 5 Apatite 6 Orthoclase 7 Quartz 8 Topaz 9 Corundum 10 Diamond Brookite
Mohs hardness of Brookite shown against the ten reference minerals, from talc (1) to diamond (10).
Mohs Reference mineral Brookite
1 Talc
2 Gypsum
3 Calcite
4 Fluorite
5 Apatite
6 Orthoclase
7 Quartz
8 Topaz
9 Corundum
10 Diamond

Crystal System

a b c Orthorhombic a ≠ b ≠ c, α = β = γ = 90°

Value & Market

Price Tier Budget (< $50/ct)

About Brookite

板钛矿是二氧化钛的三种多形体之一(另两种为锐钛矿和金红石),以英国矿物学家亨利·詹姆斯·布鲁克命名。这种矿物形成特征的板状至厚板状晶体,颜色从黄褐色到红棕色至黑色不等,具有金刚光泽。板钛矿折射率极高,宝石切割后极为稀有珍贵,是资深矿物收藏家的珍藏品。

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brookite?
板钛矿是二氧化钛的三种多形体之一(另两种为锐钛矿和金红石),以英国矿物学家亨利·詹姆斯·布鲁克命名。这种矿物形成特征的板状至厚板状晶体,颜色从黄褐色到红棕色至黑色不等,具有金刚光泽。板钛矿折射率极高,宝石切割后极为稀有珍贵,是资深矿物收藏家的珍藏品。
What is the hardness of Brookite?
Brookite has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 to 6.0, making it moderate for use in jewelry.
What color is Brookite?
Brookite is primarily Various.
How much does Brookite cost?
Brookite falls into the Budget (< $50/ct) price range. Prices vary based on color, clarity, cut, and origin.
What is the crystal system of Brookite?
Brookite belongs to the Orthorhombic crystal system.

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