Albite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.654.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Albite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Albite and Rutile 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 Albite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Albite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Albite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Albite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Albite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.