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Phlogopite and Andesine Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Tough
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-
2.78-2.85
Uneven
Perfect basal (001)
2-2.5
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
 
Brittle
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2.65-2.69
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
6-6.5
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8

Phlogopite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Andesine 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 Andesine chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite Vs Andesine during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is whereas that of Andesine is .