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Chlorapatite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Chlorapatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.17-3.18   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Chlorapatite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Chlorapatite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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