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Kyanite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Tough   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.53-3.65   
2.78-2.85   

Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   
None, Uneven   

Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   
Perfect basal (001)   

Mohs Hardness
4-7   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Kyanite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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