Vanadinite and Rutile Physical Properties

Vanadinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.8-7.14.20-4.30

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

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

C20H36

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

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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.