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Rose Quartz and Zincite 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
2.655.50-5.90
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
On {10 1 0}, perfect; parting on {000 1 }
1.7 Mohs Hardness
74
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rose Quartz and Zincite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rose Quartz and Zincite 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 Zincite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Zincite- (Zn,Mn2+ )OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rose Quartz and Zincite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rose Quartz and Zincite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rose Quartz and Zincite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rose Quartz is 5.50-5.90 whereas that of Zincite is 5.50-5.90.