Crystal Quartz and Esperite Physical Properties

Crystal Quartz and Esperite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crystal Quartz and Esperite 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 Crystal Quartz and Esperite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Crystal Quartz and Esperite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crystal Quartz and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crystal Quartz and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crystal Quartz is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.