Home
Gemstones


Kashmir sapphire and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Kashmir sapphire Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

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

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Kashmir sapphire and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Kashmir sapphire 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 Kashmir sapphire and Rutile chemical formula.

Compare Blue Gemstones

Kashmir sapphire and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

Blue Gemstones

Blue Gemstones


Compare Blue Gemstones