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Jasper and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Phlogopite and Jasper Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Tough  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91  
2.78-2.85  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Indiscernible  
Perfect basal (001)  

Mohs Hardness
6.5-7  
2-2.5  

Chemical Composition
SiO2  
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  

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Jasper and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper 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 Jasper and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Jasper and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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

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