Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane Physical Properties

Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane 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 Hydrophane chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Hydrophane- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Hydrophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Hydrophane is 1.98-2.50.