Schorlomite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.77-3.93
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Schorlomite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Schorlomite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schorlomite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schorlomite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schorlomite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.