Anatase and Rutile Physical Properties

Anatase

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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

3.82-3.974.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect on [001] and [011]

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

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

Anatase and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Anatase 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 Anatase and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anatase- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Anatase and Rutile Specific Gravity

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