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Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44
5.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite 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 Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

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

Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.