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Zinnwaldite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
-  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Zinnwaldite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Zinnwaldite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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