Onyx and Weloganite Physical Properties

Onyx

Weloganite

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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

3.20-3.22

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Indiscernible

Perfect on pseudo {0001}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO₂

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Onyx and Weloganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Onyx and Weloganite 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 Weloganite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Onyx- SiO₂

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Onyx and Weloganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Onyx and Weloganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Onyx and Weloganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Onyx is 3.20-3.22 whereas that of Weloganite is 3.20-3.22.