Phlogopite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Phlogopite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Phlogopite- KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Phlogopite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.