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Rose Quartz and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.93-2.96
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
73.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rose Quartz and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rose Quartz and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.