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Anglesite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Anglesite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Pyrophyllite 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 Anglesite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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