Rutile and Microcline Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Insoluble in acids
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
2.55-2.63
Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Rutile and Microcline Chemical Formula
While comparing Rutile and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Rutile and Microcline Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.