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Phlogopite and Marialite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
2.50
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
Distinct on {100} and {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5.5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Phlogopite and Marialite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Marialite 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 Marialite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Phlogopite and Marialite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Marialite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Marialite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.50 whereas that of Marialite is 2.50.