Rutile and Orthoclase Physical Properties

Rutile

Orthoclase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.54-2.61

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gems, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.56

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rutile and Orthoclase Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Rutile and Orthoclase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Orthoclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Orthoclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Orthoclase is 2.54-2.61.