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Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite 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
2.653.15-3.21
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
LiAlSi2O6

Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6

Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.