Onyx and Inderite Physical Properties

Onyx

Inderite

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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

1.79

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

{110} Good

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

2.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Onyx and Inderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Inderite 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 Inderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂
Chemical formula of Inderite- MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Onyx and Inderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Inderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Inderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 1.79 whereas that of Inderite is 1.79.