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Smaragdite and Sardonyx Physical Properties


Sardonyx and Smaragdite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.24-3.50   
2.55-2.70   

Fracture
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Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
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Smaragdite and Sardonyx Chemical Formula

While comparing Smaragdite and Sardonyx 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 Smaragdite and Sardonyx chemical formula.

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Smaragdite and Sardonyx Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smaragdite and Sardonyx Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smaragdite and Sardonyx Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smaragdite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Sardonyx is 2.55-2.70.

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