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Gypsum and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Flexible
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.20-2.40
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gypsum and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum 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 Gypsum and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Gypsum and Rutile Specific Gravity

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