Smoky quartz is formed when the aluminium impurities in clear quartz are subjected to radioactive decay. If there is enough aluminium in the crystal, the colour of the quartz can turn completely black. This rock is called morian.
When treated with enough heat, the crystal will become clear again.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Hardness: 7
Colour: Smoky brown/grey to black
Lustre: Vitreous
Chemical Composition: SiO₂
HEALING PROPERTIES
- Concentrates energy
- Aids focus
- Calming
- Grounding
- Draws out negative energy
CHAKRA
Root chakra (base of spine, between the knees or thighs)
REFERENCES
- www.sophisticatededge.com/how-does-a-smoky-quartz-crystal-form.html
- The Essential Crystal Handbook – Simon and Sue Lilly
- Kiara James