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Rutile and Serpentine Physical Properties


Serpentine and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
2.44-2.62   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
2.5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
H 4Mg 3Si 2O 9Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Rutile and Serpentine Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Serpentine 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 Serpentine chemical formula.

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Rutile and Serpentine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Serpentine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Serpentine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2.44-2.62 whereas that of Serpentine is 2.44-2.62.

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