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Pyrophyllite and Ekanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.90
3.28-3.32
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Pyrophyllite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrophyllite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Pyrophyllite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrophyllite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrophyllite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrophyllite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.