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Holmquistite
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Holmquistite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.95-3.132.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{210} Perfect
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO2

Holmquistite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Holmquistite 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 Holmquistite and Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Holmquistite- Li 2[(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2]Si 8O 22(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Holmquistite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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