Garnet Malaia and Quartz Physical Properties

Garnet Malaia

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

7-7.57

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO₂

Garnet Malaia and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Garnet Malaia 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 Garnet Malaia and Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Garnet Malaia and Quartz Specific Gravity

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