Rutile and Axinite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Insoluble in acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
3.26-3.36
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Good on {100}
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rutile and Axinite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rutile and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Rutile and Axinite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.