Rutile and Sphalerite Physical Properties

Rutile

Sphalerite

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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

4.20-4.303.95-4.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rutile and Sphalerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Rutile and Sphalerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.