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Sphalerite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Sphalerite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Sphalerite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Sphalerite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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