Vishnevite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

Pyrargyrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.85

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-62.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Vishnevite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

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

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Vishnevite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

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