Rutile and Hambergite Physical Properties

Rutile

Hambergite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.33-2.37

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

Perfect on {010}, good on {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Rutile and Hambergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Hambergite 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 Hambergite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Hambergite- Be 2BO 3(OH)Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Rutile and Hambergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Hambergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Hambergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Hambergite is 2.33-2.37.