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Smoky Quartz
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Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.26-3.41
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
77-8.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.