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Rose Quartz

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Rose Quartz and Fluorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.00-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
74
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaF2

Rose Quartz and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF2

Rose Quartz and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.