Thulite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties

Thulite

Quartz Smoky

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

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1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-77

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Quartz Smoky Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite and Quartz Smoky 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 Thulite and Quartz Smoky chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

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Thulite and Quartz Smoky Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Quartz Smoky Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Quartz Smoky Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is Not Available whereas that of Quartz Smoky is Not Available.