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Violane and Rutile Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Insoluble in acids
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40
4.20-4.30
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Violane and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Rutile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Violane and Rutile Specific Gravity

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