Sardonyx and Simpsonite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Simpsonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.70Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-77-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sardonyx and Simpsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx and Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sardonyx and Simpsonite Specific Gravity

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