Sarcopside and Rutile Physical Properties

Sarcopside

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.79-3.944.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Lamellar, Splintery

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

46-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Sarcopside and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Sarcopside and Rutile 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 Sarcopside and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sarcopside and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sarcopside and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sarcopside and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sarcopside is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.