Thulite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1
2.65-2.90
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), Flexible Flexible fragments.
Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
{001} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
6-7
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Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula
While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
- Chemical formula of Pyrophyllite- Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Thulite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Thulite and Pyrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Thulite and Pyrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Thulite is 2.65-2.90 whereas that of Pyrophyllite is 2.65-2.90.