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Phlogopite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Vanadinite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
6.8-7.1  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
None  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
3-4  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
C20H36  

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Phlogopite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.

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