Kunzite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Kunzite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Kunzite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.