Rutile and Jade Physical Properties

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.90-3.38

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gemstones of the world (2001), Difficult, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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

1 or 2,2 prismatic.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

Rutile and Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Jade 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 Jade chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Jade- Nephrite: Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂ Jadeite: NaAlSi₂O₆

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Rutile and Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.90-3.38 whereas that of Jade is 2.90-3.38.