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Phlogopite and Schorlomite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
3.77-3.93
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Schorlomite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Schorlomite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Schorlomite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Schorlomite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.77-3.93 whereas that of Schorlomite is 3.77-3.93.