Sard and Rutile Physical Properties

Sard

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

2.58-2.63

4.20-4.30

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Sard and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Sard 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 Sard and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sard- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Sard and Rutile Specific Gravity

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