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Phlogopite and Nepouite Physical Properties


Nepouite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
3.18-3.24   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
perfect on {001}   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
2   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
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Phlogopite and Nepouite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Nepouite 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 Nepouite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Nepouite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Nepouite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Nepouite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 3.18-3.24 whereas that of Nepouite is 3.18-3.24.

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