While comparing Rutilated Quartz and Chrome Tourmaline 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 Rutilated Quartz and Chrome Tourmaline chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutilated Quartz and Chrome Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutilated Quartz and Chrome Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutilated Quartz is 2.85-3.35 whereas that of Chrome Tourmaline is 2.85-3.35.