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Proustite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.51-5.64
2.65-2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {10 1 1}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
Ag 3AsS 3Michael 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

Proustite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Proustite 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 Proustite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Proustite- Ag 3AsS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Proustite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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