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Biotite and Ammolite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3
2.75-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
Uneven, Granular
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}
no true cleavage
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0
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1.8 Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Ammolite 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 Biotite and Ammolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2
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Biotite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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