Rutile and Riesling Beryl Physical Properties

Rutile

Riesling Beryl

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Insoluble in acids

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.20-4.302.66-2.86

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57.5-8

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.

Rutile and Riesling Beryl Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Riesling Beryl 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 Riesling Beryl chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Riesling Beryl- Al 2Be 3Si 6O 18Martin H.

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Rutile and Riesling Beryl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Riesling Beryl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Riesling Beryl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.66-2.86 whereas that of Riesling Beryl is 2.66-2.86.