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Blue John 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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.254.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Blue John and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Blue John and Rutile Specific Gravity

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