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Smoky Quartz and Labradorite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.652.69-2.72
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Smoky Quartz and Labradorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8

Smoky Quartz and Labradorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.