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Rose Quartz and Andradite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.70-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
none
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rose Quartz and Andradite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Andradite 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 Andradite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andradite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rose Quartz and Andradite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Andradite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Andradite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Andradite is 3.70-4.10.