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Phlogopite and Esperite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
4.28-4.42
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Phlogopite and Esperite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Esperite 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 Phlogopite and Esperite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Esperite- PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Phlogopite and Esperite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Esperite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Esperite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 4.28-4.42 whereas that of Esperite is 4.28-4.42.

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