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Vanadinite and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
6.8-7.14.20-4.30
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-46-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
C20H36
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vanadinite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Vanadinite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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