Ametrine and Rutile Physical Properties

Ametrine and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine 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 Ametrine and Rutile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ametrine and Rutile Specific Gravity

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