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Rubellite Tourmaline and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None   
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Ag   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Rubellite Tourmaline and Rutile chemical formula.

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Rubellite Tourmaline and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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