Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.90
2.79-2.87
Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
Mohs Hardness
-9999
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite 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 Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrophyllite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrophyllite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.