Marialite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Marialite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Marialite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.