Magnetite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Magnetite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Magnetite 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 Magnetite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Magnetite- Fe 3O 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Magnetite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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