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Zoisite and Smoky Quartz Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.502.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{0110} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-77
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
SiO2

Zoisite and Smoky Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Zoisite 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 Zoisite and Smoky Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zoisite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2

Zoisite and Smoky Quartz Specific Gravity

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