Home

Taurus Gems + -

Gemini Gems + -

Leo Gems + -

Organic Gemstones + -

Aries Gems + -

Gemstones


Aquamarine and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Aquamarine Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.66-2.80   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
3,1 basal   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5-8   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Aquamarine and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Aquamarine 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 Aquamarine and Rutile chemical formula.

Compare Gems for Aquarius

Aquamarine and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

Gems for Aquarius

Gems for Aquarius


Compare Gems for Aquarius