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Smoky Quartz and Topaz 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
2.653.49-3.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
[001] Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
78
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Smoky Quartz and Topaz Chemical Formula

While comparing Smoky Quartz and Topaz 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 Topaz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Topaz- Al2SiO4(F,OH)2

Smoky Quartz and Topaz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Topaz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Topaz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 3.49-3.57 whereas that of Topaz is 3.49-3.57.