Smoky Quartz and Melanite Physical Properties

Smoky Quartz and Melanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Melanite 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 Melanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Smoky Quartz and Melanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Melanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Melanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Melanite is 3.70-4.10.