Quartz Smoky and Alabaster Physical Properties

Quartz Smoky and Alabaster Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky and Alabaster 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 Quartz Smoky and Alabaster chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Alabaster- CaSO 4 · 2H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Quartz Smoky and Alabaster Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz Smoky and Alabaster Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz Smoky and Alabaster Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz Smoky is 2.30 whereas that of Alabaster is 2.30.