Wulfenite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.50-7.00
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Irregular, Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Chemical Composition
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite and Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Wulfenite- PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Wulfenite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wulfenite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wulfenite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wulfenite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.