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Nifontovite and Phlogopite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Tough
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.362.78-2.85
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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None, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Perfect basal (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-52-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Nifontovite and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite and Phlogopite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
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Nifontovite and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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