Microcline and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Microcline and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Microcline and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.