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Achroite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Achroite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.90-3.40  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
7-7.5  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Achroite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Achroite and Phlogopite 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 Achroite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Achroite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Achroite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Achroite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Achroite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.

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