Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2
• Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutilated Quartz and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutilated Quartz is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.