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Afghanite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties


Quartz Smoky and Afghanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.65   
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Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle   
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Cleavage
Perfect {10 1 0}   
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
7   

Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
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Afghanite and Quartz Smoky Chemical Formula

While comparing Afghanite and Quartz Smoky 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 Afghanite and Quartz Smoky chemical formula.

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Afghanite and Quartz Smoky Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Afghanite and Quartz Smoky Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Afghanite and Quartz Smoky Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Afghanite is Not Available whereas that of Quartz Smoky is Not Available.

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