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Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz

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Rose Quartz and Spinel Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.64-3.66
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
None, but may exhibit slight parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
78
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
MgAl2O4

Rose Quartz and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4

Rose Quartz and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.