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Phlogopite and Helenite Physical Properties


Helenite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
SiO2  

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Phlogopite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Helenite Specific Gravity

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

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