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Phlogopite and Kunzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
LiAlSi2O6

Phlogopite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Phlogopite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.

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