Quartz and Piemontite Physical Properties

Quartz

Piemontite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

Uneven, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

[001] good, [100] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

Not Available

Quartz and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂

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Quartz and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.