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Smoky Quartz
Smoky Quartz

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Smoky Quartz and Andesine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.65-2.69
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Smoky Quartz and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Smoky Quartz and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.