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Rutile and Stolzite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Insoluble in acids
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Rutile and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.