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Leucite and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.45-2.50
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Leucite and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucite 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 Leucite and Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Leucite and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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