Rutile and Chrysocolla Physical Properties

Rutile and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu₂H₂Si₂O₅(OH)₄

Rutile and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.