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Onyx and Milarite Physical Properties

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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
2.52-2.60
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{0001} Imperfect, {1120} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Milarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Milarite 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 Milarite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Onyx and Milarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Milarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Milarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 2.52-2.60 whereas that of Milarite is 2.52-2.60.