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Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite 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
2.656.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
75.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.