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Smoky Quartz
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Smoky Quartz and Strontianite Physical Properties

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
2.653.63-3.79
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
73.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Strontianite Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Strontianite 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 Strontianite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Smoky Quartz and Strontianite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Strontianite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Strontianite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.63-3.79 whereas that of Strontianite is 3.63-3.79.