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Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
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Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
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Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.