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Rutile and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
2.60-2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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