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Datolite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Datolite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Datolite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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