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Kunzite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Kunzite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.15-3.21  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
-  
Uneven  

Cleavage
1,2 prismatic  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
6-7  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
LiAlSi2O6  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Kunzite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite 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 Kunzite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Kunzite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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