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Thulite and Rutile Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

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-

Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

3.14.20-4.30
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

Mohs Hardness

6-76-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Thulite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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