Rhodolite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.844.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

none, may show indistinct parting

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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

Rhodolite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Rhodolite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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