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Onyx and Inderite Physical Properties


Inderite 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   
1.79   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{110} Good   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
2.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
MgB 3O 3(OH) 5 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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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.

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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.

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