Chrysoberyl and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoberyl and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chrysoberyl and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.