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Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite Physical Properties


Pyrrhotite and Sardonyx Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70   
4.58-4.65   

Fracture
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Uneven   

Cleavage
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Absent   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7   
3.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
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Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite 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 Pyrrhotite chemical formula.

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Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sardonyx and Pyrrhotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sardonyx is 4.58-4.65 whereas that of Pyrrhotite is 4.58-4.65.

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