Pyrargyrite and Vishnevite Physical Properties

Pyrargyrite

Vishnevite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.85Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle

Brittle, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Pyrargyrite and Vishnevite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite chemical formula.

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

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Pyrargyrite and Vishnevite Specific Gravity

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