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Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.85
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
BeAl 2 O 4

Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite 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 Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.