Cymophane and Rutile Physical Properties

Cymophane

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.69-3.814.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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

Cymophane and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Cymophane 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 Cymophane and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cymophane- BeAl 2O 4Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Cymophane and Rutile Specific Gravity

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