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Rutile and Blue quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Insoluble in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Blue quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Blue quartz 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 Blue quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Blue quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Blue quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Blue quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is Not Available whereas that of Blue quartz is Not Available.