Rutile and Labradorite Physical Properties

Rutile

Labradorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.69-2.72

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

Rutile and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)_1-2Si_3-2O₈

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Rutile and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.