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Smoky Quartz
Smoky Quartz

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Smoky Quartz and Crocoite 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
2.655.90-6.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
72.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.