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Calcite Satin Spar and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Calcite Satin Spar Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.67-2.73   
2.65-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Calcite Satin Spar and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar 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 Calcite Satin Spar and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Calcite Satin Spar and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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