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Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
Perfect basal {001}   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.

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