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Rutile and Mottramite Physical Properties


Mottramite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
5.9   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Sub-Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

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

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
3   

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

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Rutile and Mottramite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Mottramite 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 Mottramite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Mottramite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Mottramite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Mottramite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 5.9 whereas that of Mottramite is 5.9.

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