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Phlogopite and Nifontovite Physical Properties


Nifontovite 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   
2.35-2.36   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
3.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Phlogopite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Nifontovite 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 Nifontovite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.

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