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Pyrargyrite and Emerald 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
Hard
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.85
2.67-2.78
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Imperfect on the [0001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
7.5-8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Be3Al2SiO6

Pyrargyrite and Emerald Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6

Pyrargyrite and Emerald Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.