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Diamond and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Diamond Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.50-3.53   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
111 (perfect in four directions)   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
10   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
C   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Diamond and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Diamond 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 Diamond and Rutile chemical formula.

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Diamond and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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