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Jasper and Rutile Physical Properties

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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
2.58-2.914.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jasper and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Jasper and Rutile Specific Gravity

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