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Natrolite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Natrolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.20-2.26  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5-5.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Na 2[Al 2Si 3O 10] · 2H 2OMichael 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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Natrolite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Natrolite 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 Natrolite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Natrolite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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