Esperite and Rutile Physical Properties

Esperite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.28-4.424.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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

Esperite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Esperite 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 Esperite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Esperite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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