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Onyx and Chrysoprase Physical Properties


Chrysoprase and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
2.58-2.64   

Fracture
Not Available   
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
None   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )   

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Onyx and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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Onyx and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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