Garnet and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.55-4.33
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Indistinct
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Garnet and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Garnet 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 Garnet and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Garnet and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.