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Akoya pearl and Proustite Physical Properties


Proustite and Akoya pearl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.51-5.64   

Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
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Distinct on {10 1 1}   

Mohs Hardness
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2.5   

Chemical Composition
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Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Akoya pearl and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Akoya pearl and Proustite 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 Akoya pearl and Proustite chemical formula.

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Akoya pearl and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Akoya pearl and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Akoya pearl and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Akoya pearl is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.

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