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Smoky Quartz and Moldavite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
2.32-2.38
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.