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Moroxite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Tough
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moroxite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
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Moroxite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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