Benitoite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Insoluble: HCl
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.61-3.68
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[10 1 1] poor
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Benitoite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Benitoite 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 Benitoite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Benitoite- BaTiSi 3O 9Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Benitoite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Benitoite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Benitoite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Benitoite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.