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Stolzite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Stolzite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite 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 Stolzite and Rutile chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Stolzite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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