Amazonite and Rutile Physical Properties

Amazonite

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.574.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

KAlSi₃O₈

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

Amazonite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Amazonite 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 Amazonite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Amazonite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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