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Sinhalite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Sinhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.46-3.50   
2.65-2.90   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.   

Cleavage
Not Available   
{001} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
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Chemical Composition
MgAlBO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Sinhalite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Sinhalite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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