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Phlogopite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
-9999  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
K2Mg2(SO4)3  

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Phlogopite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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

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