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Rutilated Quartz and Rutile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rutilated Quartz and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rutilated Quartz and Rutile Specific Gravity

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