Annabergite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Sectile
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.07
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Annabergite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Annabergite 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 Annabergite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Annabergite- Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Annabergite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Annabergite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Annabergite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Annabergite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.