Rhodolite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

Rhodolite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
• Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂

Rhodolite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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