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Sardonyx and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Sardonyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
Not Available   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Splintery   

Cleavage
Not Available   
[001] good, [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Not Available   

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Sardonyx and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Piemontite 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 Sardonyx and Piemontite chemical formula.

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Sardonyx and Piemontite Specific Gravity

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

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