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Phlogopite and Aragonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Dilute acid
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
2.93-2.96
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.

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