Rutile and Ametrine Physical Properties

Rutile and Ametrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Ametrine 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 Ametrine chemical formula.

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

Rutile and Ametrine Specific Gravity

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