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Ruby and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
9  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Ruby and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby 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 Ruby and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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