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Pyrargyrite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.85
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Pyrargyrite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Pyrargyrite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

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

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