Hexagonite and Quartz Physical Properties

Hexagonite

Quartz

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.98-3.032.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-67

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

SiO₂

Hexagonite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Hexagonite and Quartz Specific Gravity

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