Rose Quartz and Spinel Physical Properties

Rose Quartz

Spinel

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

none

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

3.64-3.66

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

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

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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.