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Tinzenite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Tinzenite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Tinzenite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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