Phosgenite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Phosgenite

Pyrophyllite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Sectile

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.132.65-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}

{001} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2-3Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phosgenite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite 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 Phosgenite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Phosgenite- Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Phosgenite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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