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Quartz Smoky and Albite Physical Properties


Albite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.60-2.65   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
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NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Quartz Smoky and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

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Quartz Smoky and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz Smoky and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz Smoky and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz Smoky is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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