Glaucophane and Quartz Physical Properties

Glaucophane and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane and Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2
• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

Glaucophane and Quartz Specific Gravity

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