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Rutile and Tanzanite Physical Properties


Tanzanite and Rutile Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Insoluble in acids   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Hard   

Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30   
3.35   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Rutile and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.

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