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Biotite and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2   
Not Available   

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Biotite and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Biotite and Flint Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Flint Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Flint Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is Not Available whereas that of Flint is Not Available.

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