Milarite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Milarite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milarite 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 Milarite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Milarite- KCa 2AlBe 2Si 12O 30 · 0.5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Milarite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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