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Periclase and Rose Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.7-3.9
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Periclase and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase and Rose 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 Periclase and Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Periclase and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

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