Quartz Rose and Diaspore Physical Properties

Quartz Rose

Diaspore

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Very brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.30-3.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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{010} perfect, {110} distinct, {100} in traces

1.7 Mohs Hardness

76.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Quartz Rose and Diaspore Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Rose and Diaspore 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 Rose and Diaspore chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Diaspore- AlO(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Quartz Rose and Diaspore Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz Rose and Diaspore Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz Rose and Diaspore Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz Rose is 3.30-3.40 whereas that of Diaspore is 3.30-3.40.