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Rose Quartz
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Rose Quartz and Hibschite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.05-3.08
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, Management Team (2012), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rose Quartz and Hibschite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Hibschite 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 Hibschite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Hibschite- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3-x(OH) 4x (x=0.2 to 1.5)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rose Quartz and Hibschite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Hibschite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Hibschite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 3.05-3.08 whereas that of Hibschite is 3.05-3.08.