Pyrophyllite and Quartz Physical Properties

Pyrophyllite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrophyllite and Quartz 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 Quartz 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 Quartz- SiO₂

Pyrophyllite and Quartz Specific Gravity

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