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Phlogopite and Esperite Physical Properties


Esperite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
4.28-4.42   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
Distinct on [010] and [100] poor on [101]   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
PbCa 3Zn 4(SiO 4) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   

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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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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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