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Milarite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Milarite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.52-2.60   
4.20-4.30   

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

Cleavage
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Milarite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Milarite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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