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Crystal Quartz
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Crystal Quartz and Siderite Physical Properties

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 Available3.83-3.89
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {01 1 1}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
73.5-4.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crystal Quartz and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crystal Quartz and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crystal Quartz and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crystal Quartz and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crystal Quartz and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crystal Quartz is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.