Sardonyx and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

Sardonyx and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂

Sardonyx and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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