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Edenite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Good on (110)
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite 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 Edenite and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Edenite- NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Edenite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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