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Euclase and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.08-3.12
5.85
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Euclase and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase 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 Euclase and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Euclase and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

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