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Phlogopite and Albite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phlogopite and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phlogopite and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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