Rutilated Quartz and Selenite Physical Properties

Rutilated Quartz and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz and Selenite 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 Rutilated Quartz and Selenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2
• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O

Rutilated Quartz and Selenite Specific Gravity

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