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Ruby Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Ruby Zoisite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.65-2.90   

Fracture
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Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
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{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6.5-9   
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Chemical Composition
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Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Ruby Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby Zoisite 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 Ruby Zoisite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Ruby Zoisite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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