Bronzite 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

3.35

4.20-4.30

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Bronzite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Bronzite 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 Bronzite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Bronzite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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