Blue quartz and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Blue quartz and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue quartz 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 Blue quartz and Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Blue quartz- SiO2 with dumortierite
• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Blue quartz and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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