Smoky Quartz and Obsidian Physical Properties

Smoky Quartz

Obsidian

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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

2.65

2.35-2.60

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Smoky Quartz and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Obsidian 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 Obsidian chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂

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Smoky Quartz and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.