Phlogopite and Afghanite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Afghanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Afghanite 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 Phlogopite and Afghanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Afghanite- (Na,Ca,K) 8(Si,Al) 12O 24(SO 4,Cl,CO 3) 3(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Phlogopite and Afghanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Afghanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Afghanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.55-2.65 whereas that of Afghanite is 2.55-2.65.