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Cubic Zirconia and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Cubic Zirconia Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.50-6.00   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
8.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
ZrO 2 + CaO or Y 2O 3 or MgOUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Cubic Zirconia and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Cubic Zirconia 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 Cubic Zirconia and Rutile chemical formula.

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Cubic Zirconia and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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