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Prase and Phlogopite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.64-2.69
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Prase and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prase 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 Prase and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Prase- SiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
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Prase and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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