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Scorzalite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SiO2

Scorzalite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Scorzalite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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