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Phosgenite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Phosgenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Sectile  
Tough  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.13  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Distinct on {001} and {110}, indistinct on {100}  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
2-3  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
Pb 2(CO 3)Cl 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Phosgenite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phosgenite and Phlogopite 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 Phosgenite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Phosgenite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phosgenite and Phlogopite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phosgenite and Phlogopite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phosgenite is 2.78-2.85 whereas that of Phlogopite is 2.78-2.85.

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