Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

Tortoiseshell

Pyrargyrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

1.25-1.355.85

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available2.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite 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 Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Pyrargyrite- Ag 3SbS 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tortoiseshell and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tortoiseshell is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.