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Tugtupite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.602.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Imperfect
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-67
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Tugtupite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

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

  • Chemical formula of Tugtupite- Na 4AlBeSi 4O 12ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Tugtupite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tugtupite and Smoky Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tugtupite and Smoky Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tugtupite is 2.65 whereas that of Smoky Quartz is 2.65.