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Phlogopite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
2.59  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Phlogopite and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Larvikite 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 Larvikite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.

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