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Phlogopite and Dravite 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
3.03-3.18
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Phlogopite and Dravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Dravite 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 Dravite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Phlogopite and Dravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Dravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Dravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.03-3.18 whereas that of Dravite is 3.03-3.18.

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