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Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx Physical Properties

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
2.55-2.70
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
Not Available
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.

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