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Schorl and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Schorl Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.18-3.22  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Schorl and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Schorl and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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