Quartz and Marialite Physical Properties

Quartz and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Quartz and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.