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Wardite and Quartz Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.812.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Wardite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite and Quartz 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 Wardite and Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2

Wardite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.