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Phlogopite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
2.58-2.64
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6.5-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Phlogopite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO2 (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Phlogopite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.

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