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Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chrome-Chalcedony and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)  

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Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Chrome-Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chrome-Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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