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Titanite and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties


Rutilated Quartz and Titanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.48-3.60   
2.65   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Distinct on [110], parting on {221}   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5   
7   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Quartz: SiO2 Rutile: TiO2   

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Titanite and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

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Titanite and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

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

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