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Papagoite and Pargasite Physical Properties

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
3.253.04-3.26
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
{110} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Pargasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite 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 Papagoite and Pargasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pargasite- NaCa 2(Mg 4Al)Si 6Al 2O 22(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Papagoite and Pargasite Specific Gravity

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