Paraiba and Quartz Physical Properties

Paraiba

Quartz

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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

3.04-3.132.65

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

1.6 Cleavage

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{0110} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SiO₂

Paraiba and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba and 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 Paraiba and Quartz chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Paraiba and Quartz Specific Gravity

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