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Onyx and Anglesite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70
6.30-6.39
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
[001] good, [210] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Anglesite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Anglesite 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 Onyx and Anglesite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Anglesite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Anglesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Anglesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 6.30-6.39 whereas that of Anglesite is 6.30-6.39.