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Smoky Quartz
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Smoky Quartz and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Smoky Quartz and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Smoky Quartz and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.