Phlogopite and Pectolite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Pectolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Pectolite 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 Pectolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Pectolite- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Phlogopite and Pectolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Pectolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Pectolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Pectolite is 2.74-2.90.