Phlogopite and Papagoite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Papagoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Papagoite 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 Papagoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Papagoite- CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Phlogopite and Papagoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Papagoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Papagoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.25 whereas that of Papagoite is 3.25.