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Vishnevite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Vishnevite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Not Available   

Solubility
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Insoluble in acids   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Vishnevite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Vishnevite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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