Simpsonite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
Durability
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Specific Gravity
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4.20-4.30
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
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
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Simpsonite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Simpsonite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.