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Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties


Smoky Quartz and Caledonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76   
2.65   

Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct   
{0110} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3   
7   

Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
SiO2   

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Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

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Caledonite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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

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