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Proustite and Gaspite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.51-5.64
3.21
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Proustite and Gaspite Chemical Formula

While comparing Proustite and Gaspite 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 Proustite and Gaspite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Proustite and Gaspite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Proustite and Gaspite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Proustite and Gaspite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Proustite is 3.21 whereas that of Gaspite is 3.21.