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Danburite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Tough
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{001} Poor
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Danburite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
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Danburite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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