Mohawkite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
  
Durability
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Specific Gravity
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4.20-4.30
  
Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
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{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
  
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
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TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
Mohawkite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Mohawkite 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 Mohawkite and Rutile chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Mohawkite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Mohawkite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Mohawkite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Mohawkite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.