Pyrrhotite and Rutile Physical Properties

Pyrrhotite

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.58-4.654.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Absent

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrrhotite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrrhotite 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 Pyrrhotite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Pyrrhotite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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