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Gibbsite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Gibbsite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.35   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Fibrous, Difficult, Fibrous   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Al(OH)3   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Gibbsite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Gibbsite 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 Gibbsite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Gibbsite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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