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Smoky Quartz and Nosean 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
2.652.30-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Smoky Quartz and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.