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Pyrargyrite and Albite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.85
2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrargyrite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Albite 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 Pyrargyrite and Albite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrargyrite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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