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Pyrargyrite and Kainite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.852.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-32.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Pyrargyrite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Kainite 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 Kainite 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 Kainite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.