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Blue John and Pyrargyrite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.255.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Blue John and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Blue John and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Blue John is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.