Zinnwaldite and Rutile Physical Properties

Zinnwaldite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Rutile chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
• Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Zinnwaldite and Rutile Specific Gravity

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