Proustite and Pietersite Physical Properties

Proustite

Pietersite

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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

5.51-5.64Not Available

1 7.18

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

2.55

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Proustite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Proustite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Proustite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Proustite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Proustite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Proustite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.