Phlogopite and Sonolite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Sonolite 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 Sonolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Phlogopite and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.