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Milky quartz and Albite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Milky quartz and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milky quartz and Albite 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 Milky quartz and Albite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Milky quartz and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milky quartz and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milky quartz and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milky quartz is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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