Marble and Proustite Physical Properties

Marble

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.51-5.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available2.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Marble and Proustite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marble and Proustite 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 Marble and Proustite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Marble and Proustite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marble and Proustite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marble and Proustite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marble is 5.51-5.64 whereas that of Proustite is 5.51-5.64.