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Milky quartz and Gypsum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Flexible
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.20-2.40
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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1.8 Chemical Composition
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CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Milky quartz and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Milky quartz and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Milky quartz and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Milky quartz and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Milky quartz and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Milky quartz is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.