Pyrophyllite and Rutile Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Insoluble in acids
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.90
4.20-4.30
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{001} Perfect
{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pyrophyllite and Rutile Chemical Formula
While comparing Pyrophyllite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Pyrophyllite and Rutile Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Pyrophyllite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Pyrophyllite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Pyrophyllite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.