Childrenite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.06-3.254.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Uneven

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Poor/indistinct on {100}

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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

Childrenite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Childrenite 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 Childrenite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Childrenite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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