Quartz and Sonolite Physical Properties

Quartz and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Sonolite 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 Sonolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Quartz and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.