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Rutile and Manganaxinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Insoluble in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
3.314
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Manganaxinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Manganaxinite 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 Manganaxinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Manganaxinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Manganaxinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Manganaxinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.314 whereas that of Manganaxinite is 3.314.