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Onyx and Pargasite Physical Properties


Pargasite and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
3.04-3.26   

Fracture
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Splintery, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{110} perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Onyx and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Pargasite 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 Pargasite chemical formula.

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Onyx and Pargasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Pargasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Pargasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 3.04-3.26 whereas that of Pargasite is 3.04-3.26.

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