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Thulite and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties


Rutilated Quartz and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
7   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2   

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Thulite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Rutilated Quartz 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 Thulite and Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

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Thulite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Rutilated Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Rutilated Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.65 whereas that of Rutilated Quartz is 2.65.

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