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Smoky Quartz and Andalusite 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
2.653.05-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Uneven, Subconchoidal, Splintery, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Good on {110}, poor on {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
77.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Andalusite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Andalusite 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 Andalusite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andalusite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Andalusite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Andalusite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Andalusite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.05-3.21 whereas that of Andalusite is 3.05-3.21.