Baryte and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.3-5
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Not Available
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Baryte and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Baryte 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 Baryte and Rutile chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Baryte and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.