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Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl Physical Properties


Chrysoberyl and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
BeAl 2 O 4   

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Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Chrysoberyl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Chrysoberyl is 3.69-3.81.

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