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Orange Quartz

Orange Quartz tumbled

A species of Quartz, Also known as Tangerine quartz

Orange Quartz is a variety of Quartz that is also known by the name Citrine. Quartz crystals in this color are not abundant, but they're highly-sought in the form of gems and tumbled stones, and the color can be produced through artificial means. Like all Quartz varieties, orange Quartz is the birthstone of November.

General Info About Orange Quartz

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Physical Properties of Orange Quartz

Colors

Orange

Streak

White

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Chemical Properties of Orange Quartz

Formula

SiO₂

Elements listed

O, Si

Common Impurities

Iron Oxide

Optical Properties of Orange Quartz

Refractive Index

1.544-1.553

Birefringence

0.009

Pleochroism

Weakly dichroic

Dispersion

0.013

Optical Character

Biaxial positive

Characteristics of Orange Quartz

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