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Amber and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
SiO2

Amber and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Amber and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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