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Rutile and Titanite Physical Properties


Titanite 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   
3.48-3.60   

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}   
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   
Not Available   

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Rutile and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

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Rutile and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.

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