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Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite 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
2.653.1-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
75
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.