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Rosasite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Rosasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Effervesces in cold   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4-4.2   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Splintery   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Rosasite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Rosasite 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 Rosasite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Rosasite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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