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Amber and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Amber and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Amber and Rutile Specific Gravity

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