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Phlogopite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
2.58-2.91  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
6.5-7  

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

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Phlogopite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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