Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
4.00-4.65
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
Perfect on [1011]
Chemical Composition
SiO2
ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.