Amber and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
5.85
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
None
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
2.5-3
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber and Pyrargyrite 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 Amber and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.
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