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Smoky Quartz and Goshenite 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
2.652.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
77.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Be3Al2SiO6

Smoky Quartz and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Smoky Quartz and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.