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Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite Physical Properties


Chalcopyrite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
4.1-4.3  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
Indistinct on {011}  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
CuFeS 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite 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 Chalcopyrite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Chalcopyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 4.1-4.3 whereas that of Chalcopyrite is 4.1-4.3.

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