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Onyx and Marialite Physical Properties


Marialite and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
2.50   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
Distinct on {100} and {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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Onyx and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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Onyx and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.

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