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Pyrargyrite and Glass Physical Properties

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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
5.85
2.39-4.00
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012), ConchoidalGemdat.org, Management Team (2012)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
4-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Pyrargyrite and Glass Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Glass 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 Glass chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Glass Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Glass Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 2.39-4.00 whereas that of Glass is 2.39-4.00.