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Jasper 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
2.58-2.91
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Jasper and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

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