Rutile and Magnesite Physical Properties

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Effervesces in hot HCl

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.92-3.12

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

[10 1 1] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rutile and Magnesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Magnesite 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 Magnesite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Rutile and Magnesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.