Quartz and Pargasite Physical Properties

Quartz and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Quartz and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.