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Vivianite and Rutile Physical Properties


Rutile and Vivianite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Insoluble in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.64-2.70   
4.20-4.30   

Fracture
(e.g. graphite).   
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Fe 3(PO 4) 2 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Vivianite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Vivianite 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 Vivianite and Rutile chemical formula.

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Vivianite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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

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