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Rutile and Chlorapatite Physical Properties


Chlorapatite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
3.17-3.18   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
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Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Rutile and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.

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