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Smoky Quartz and Ekanite 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
2.653.28-3.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.