Dumortierite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Dumortierite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl₆O₃BSi₃O₁₈
• Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Dumortierite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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