Shortite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties

Shortite

Pyrophyllite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.612.65-2.90

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal

Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Distinct

{001} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Shortite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Shortite 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 Shortite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Shortite- Na 2Ca 2(CO 3) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Shortite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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