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Xonotlite and Pyrophyllite Physical Properties


Pyrophyllite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.71-2.72  
2.65-2.90  

Fracture
Fibrous  
-  

Cleavage
{???} Good  
{001} Perfect  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  
Al 2Si 4O 10(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Xonotlite and Pyrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Pyrophyllite chemical formula.

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Xonotlite and Pyrophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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