Microcline and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

Microcline and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline and Rutilated 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 Microcline and Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2

Microcline and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

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