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Rutile and Hollandite Physical Properties


Hollandite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
5.05   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
Distinct / Good, Prismatic   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
4-6   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16   

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Rutile and Hollandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Hollandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.

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