Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite Physical Properties

Rutilated Quartz

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.652.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutilated Quartz and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutilated Quartz is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.