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Pyrophyllite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.90
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Perfect
[001] good, [100] 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
Not Available

Pyrophyllite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrophyllite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Pyrophyllite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrophyllite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrophyllite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.