Rutile and Dolomite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Insoluble in acids
Poorly soluble in dilute HCl
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
2.80-2.95
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Perfect on {10 1 1}, rhombohedral cleavage
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rutile and Dolomite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rutile and Dolomite 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 Dolomite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Dolomite- CaMg(CO 3) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rutile and Dolomite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Dolomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Dolomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Dolomite is 2.80-2.95.