Nephrite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties

Nephrite and Quartz Smoky Chemical Formula

While comparing Nephrite 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 Nephrite and Quartz Smoky chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Nephrite and Quartz Smoky Specific Gravity

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