Pyrargyrite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Pyrargyrite

Scorodite

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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

5.85Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-33.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Pyrargyrite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Pyrargyrite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrargyrite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrargyrite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrargyrite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.