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Pyrargyrite and Papagoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.853.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Imperfect in one direction
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-35-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrargyrite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Pyrargyrite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.