Rose Quartz and Antigorite Physical Properties

Rose Quartz and Antigorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Antigorite 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 Antigorite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Antigorite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rose Quartz and Antigorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Antigorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Antigorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Antigorite is 2.58-2.80.