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Quartz and Citrine Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
SiO2

Quartz and Citrine Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Citrine 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 Quartz and Citrine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2

Quartz and Citrine Specific Gravity

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