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Phlogopite and Gaspeite Physical Properties


Gaspeite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
HCl soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
3.71   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
{10 1 1} Good   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
(Ni,Mg,Fe++)CO3   

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Phlogopite and Gaspeite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Gaspeite 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 Gaspeite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Gaspeite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Gaspeite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Gaspeite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.71 whereas that of Gaspeite is 3.71.

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