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Halite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Water-soluble  
Insoluble in acids  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.17  
4.20-4.30  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
NaCl  
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Halite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite 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 Halite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Halite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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