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Opal Australia and Rutile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available4.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Opal Australia and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia 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 Opal Australia and Rutile chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Opal Australia and Rutile Specific Gravity

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