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Datolite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Datolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.00  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
None  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael 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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Datolite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Datolite 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 Datolite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Datolite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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