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Titanite Sphene and Rutile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.52-3.54
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite Sphene and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite Sphene 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 Titanite Sphene and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Titanite Sphene- CaTiSiO 5Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Titanite Sphene and Rutile Specific Gravity

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