Uvite and Rutile Physical Properties

Uvite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.97-3.144.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{1011} Indistinct

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Uvite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Uvite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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