Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Smoky Quartz

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.65

3.0-3.3

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{0110} Indistinct

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

MnCO₃

Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.