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Thulite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

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
3.1
2.78-2.85
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
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Thulite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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