Rose Quartz and Hollandite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
  
5.05
  
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
Indiscernible
  
Distinct / Good, Prismatic
  
Mohs Hardness
7
  
4-6
  
Chemical Composition
SiO2
  
Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
  
Rose Quartz and Hollandite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rose Quartz and Hollandite 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 Hollandite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Hollandite- Ba(Mn++++,Mn++)8O16
Rose Quartz and Hollandite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Hollandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Hollandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 5.05 whereas that of Hollandite is 5.05.