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Onyx and Sarcopside Physical Properties


Sarcopside and Onyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70  
3.79-3.94  

Fracture
-  
Lamellar, Splintery  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
{100} Good, {001} Good, {010} Poor  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
4  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
FeAs  

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Onyx and Sarcopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Sarcopside 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 Sarcopside chemical formula.

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Onyx and Sarcopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Sarcopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Sarcopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 3.79-3.94 whereas that of Sarcopside is 3.79-3.94.

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