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Petalite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Petalite Physical Properties


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Petalite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Petalite 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 Petalite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Petalite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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