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Rock Crystal and Papagoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rock Crystal and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rock Crystal and Papagoite 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 Rock Crystal and Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rock Crystal- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rock Crystal and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rock Crystal and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rock Crystal and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rock Crystal is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.