Smoky Quartz and Phenakite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
2.90-2.98
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Chemical Composition
SiO2
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Phenakite Chemical Formula
While comparing Smoky Quartz and Phenakite 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 Phenakite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Phenakite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Phenakite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Phenakite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 2.90-2.98 whereas that of Phenakite is 2.90-2.98.