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Moldavite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.32-2.382.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.57
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
SiO2

Moldavite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Moldavite 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 Moldavite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Moldavite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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