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Onyx and Brookite Physical Properties

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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
2.55-2.70
3.87-4.14
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Brookite 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 Brookite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.