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Jelly Opal and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Jelly Opal Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.98-2.50   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Conchoidal   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Jelly Opal and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Jelly Opal 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 Jelly Opal and Rutile chemical formula.

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Jelly Opal and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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