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Flint and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Flint Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.65-2.90   

Fracture
Uneven   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
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{001} Perfect   

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

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Flint and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Flint 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 Flint and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Flint and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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