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Rutile and Inderite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Solubility

Insoluble in acids
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Durability

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Specific Gravity

4.20-4.301.79
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

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

Mohs Hardness

6-6.52.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rutile and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Inderite 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 Inderite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rutile and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.