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Vanadinite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Tough   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1   
2.78-2.85   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
None, Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
Perfect basal (001)   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
C20H36   
Not Available   

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Vanadinite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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