Muscovite

KAl2(AlSi3O10)(OH)2

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Muscovite is the most common mica mineral and an important rock-forming silicate. Its perfect basal cleavage allows it to be split into extremely thin, flexible, transparent sheets. These sheets were historically used as window glass (Muscovy glass).

ระบบผลึก Monoclinic
หมวดหมู่แร่ธาตุ 09 Silicates
ความแข็งโมห์ส 2.0-2.5
ความถ่วงจำเพาะ 2.77-2.88
สี Colorless, silver-white, pale green
ความวาว Vitreous
สีเส้นขูด Colorless
การแตกเรียบ Perfect basal {001}
รอยแตก Uneven
ความโปร่งใส Transparent
ลักษณะผลึก Tabular, pseudo-hexagonal books

ความแข็งโมห์ส

Mohs Hardness: 2.0 – 2.5
1 Soft10 Hard

ระบบผลึก

Monoclinic

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Muscovite?
Muscovite has a Mohs hardness of 2.0-2.5.
What crystal system does Muscovite belong to?
Muscovite crystallizes in the Monoclinic crystal system.
What color is Muscovite?
Muscovite is typically Colorless, silver-white, pale green.
What type of luster does Muscovite have?
Muscovite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Muscovite?
The chemical formula of Muscovite is KAl2(AlSi3O10)(OH)2.