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Iolite 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
2.6-2.7
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
3,1
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg2Al4Si5O18
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Iolite 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 Iolite and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Iolite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

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