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Kyanite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Kyanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.53-3.65   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
4-7   
6-6.5   

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

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Kyanite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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