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Ettringite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Partially soluble in water
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.77
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 0}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Ettringite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Ettringite and Rose 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 Ettringite and Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Ettringite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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