Pyrophyllite and Radiolarite Physical Properties

Pyrophyllite and Radiolarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pyrophyllite and Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite 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 Radiolarite Specific Gravity

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