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Rose Quartz

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Rose Quartz and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Rose Quartz and Andesine Chemical Formula

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

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Rose Quartz and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.