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Phlogopite and Ekanite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Tough
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2.78-2.85
Uneven
Perfect basal (001)
2-2.5
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
 
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3.28-3.32
Uneven
{101} Distinct
6-6.5
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Phlogopite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite Vs Ekanite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is whereas that of Ekanite is .