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Rose Quartz and Leucite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.45-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
75.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rose Quartz and Leucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Leucite 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 Leucite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Leucite- KAlSi 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rose Quartz and Leucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Leucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Leucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 2.45-2.50 whereas that of Leucite is 2.45-2.50.