Quartz and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Quartz

Vanadinite

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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

2.65

6.8-7.1

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems

Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

C20H36

Quartz and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

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Quartz and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.