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Uvite 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
2.97-3.142.78-2.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{1011} Indistinct
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Uvite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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