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Scorzalite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.312.65-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scorzalite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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