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Brazilianite and Rutile Physical Properties

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
2.98-2.994.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Gems
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
(010) Distinct to good
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Brazilianite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Brazilianite 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 Brazilianite and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Brazilianite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Brazilianite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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