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Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Na2Fe2+3Fe3+2Si8O22(OH)2  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite 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 Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Riebeckite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Riebeckite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.

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