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Pyrargyrite and Lazulite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.85
3.04-3.17
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
{001} Indistinct, {???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Pyrargyrite and Lazulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Lazulite 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 Lazulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Lazulite- (Mg,Fe)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009) More from other references

Pyrargyrite and Lazulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Lazulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Lazulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 3.04-3.17 whereas that of Lazulite is 3.04-3.17.