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Phlogopite and Amber Physical Properties


Amber and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
1.05-1.10   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
None   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
[C,H,O]   

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Phlogopite and Amber Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Amber 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 Amber chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Amber Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Amber Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Amber Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 1.05-1.10 whereas that of Amber is 1.05-1.10.

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