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Catapleiite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.72
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Perfect
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Catapleiite 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 Catapleiite and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Catapleiite- Na 2ZrSi 3O 9 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Catapleiite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

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