Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Pyroxmangite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.703.76-3.77

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

(Fe,Mn) 7Si 7O 21Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite 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 Pyroxmangite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Pyroxmangite- (Fe,Mn) 7Si 7O 21Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Pyroxmangite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 3.76-3.77 whereas that of Pyroxmangite is 3.76-3.77.