Bronzite and Quartz Physical Properties

Bronzite

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.35

2.65

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

SiO₂

Bronzite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Bronzite 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 Bronzite and Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Bronzite and Quartz Specific Gravity

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