Rutile and Albite Physical Properties

Rutile

Albite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.30

2.60-2.65

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rutile and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Albite 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 Rutile and Albite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Rutile and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.