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Rose Quartz and Powellite 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
2.654.23
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{111} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
73.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rose Quartz and Powellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Powellite 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 Powellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Powellite- CaMoO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rose Quartz and Powellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Powellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Powellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 4.23 whereas that of Powellite is 4.23.