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Tinzenite and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Tinzenite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2

Tinzenite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

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