Quartz and Rutilated Quartz Physical Properties

Quartz and Rutilated Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2

Quartz and Rutilated Quartz Specific Gravity

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