Phosphophyllite and Rutile Physical Properties
Solubility
-
Insoluble in acids
Specific Gravity
3.07-3.13
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{100} Perfect, {010} Distinct, {102} Distinct
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Phosphophyllite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Phosphophyllite 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 Phosphophyllite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phosphophyllite- Zn 2(Fe2+ ,Mn2+ )(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Phosphophyllite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosphophyllite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosphophyllite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosphophyllite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.