Bixbite and Quartz Physical Properties

Bixbite

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

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{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7.57

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO₂

Bixbite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite and Quartz 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 Bixbite and Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Bixbite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bixbite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bixbite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bixbite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.