Padparadscha and Rock Crystal Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
  
2.65
  
Fracture
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ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
9
  
7
  
Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Padparadscha and Rock Crystal Chemical Formula
While comparing Padparadscha and Rock Crystal 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 Padparadscha and Rock Crystal chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Padparadscha and Rock Crystal Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Padparadscha and Rock Crystal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Padparadscha and Rock Crystal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Padparadscha is 2.65 whereas that of Rock Crystal is 2.65.