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Elaeolite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Elaeolite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.55-2.67  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
-  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
Na, K, Ca, H, O, Si, Al  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Elaeolite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Elaeolite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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