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Barite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Barite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.48   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
BaSO4   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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