Barite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.484.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-3.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BaSO4

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

Barite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Barite 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 Barite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Barite- BaSO4
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Barite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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