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Rutile and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
Not Available   

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

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Rutile and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.

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