Adamite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.65
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{0110} Indistinct
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
SiO2
Adamite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Smoky 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 Adamite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
Adamite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Smoky Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Smoky Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.65 whereas that of Smoky Quartz is 2.65.