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Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite Physical Properties


Rhodizite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.34-3.44   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7   
8-8.5   

Chemical Composition
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(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

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Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Quartz Smoky and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Quartz Smoky is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.

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