Chambersite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.50
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chambersite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chambersite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chambersite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chambersite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chambersite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.