Turquoise and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.30-2.90
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Good to perfect_usually N/A
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Turquoise and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Turquoise 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 Turquoise and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl6(PO4)4(OH)8 • 4H2O
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Turquoise and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.