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Phlogopite and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Lawsonite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
3.09   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Phlogopite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.

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