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Pyrargyrite
Pyrargyrite

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Pyrargyrite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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5.85
Conchoidal, Uneven
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
2.5-3
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
Elastic
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2.9-3.1
Uneven
Perfect basal {001}
3.5-4.0
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Pyrargyrite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrargyrite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Pyrargyrite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

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