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Hiddenite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
1,2 prismatic
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6
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Hiddenite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi2O6
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Hiddenite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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