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Mottramite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Mottramite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Tough  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None observed  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
3  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
PbCu(VO4)(OH)  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Mottramite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mottramite 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 Mottramite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Mottramite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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