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Holmquistite and Rutile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95-3.134.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{210} Perfect
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-66-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Holmquistite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Holmquistite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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