Quartz and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Quartz

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

3.84

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Quartz and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Quartz and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.