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Rutile and Transvaal Jade Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
Insoluble in acids
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.20-4.30
3.55-3.73
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rutile and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutile and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rutile and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rutile and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rutile and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rutile is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.