Painite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

Painite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Painite 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 Painite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Painite- CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂

Painite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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