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Smoky Quartz and Analcime Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.24-2.29
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Very poor [100]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Analcime Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Analcime 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 Smoky Quartz and Analcime chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Analcime- NaAlSi 2O 6 · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Analcime Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Analcime Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Analcime Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.24-2.29 whereas that of Analcime is 2.24-2.29.