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Wavellite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Tough   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.36   
2.78-2.85   

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous   
None, Uneven   

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct   
Perfect basal (001)   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
2-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Wavellite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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