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Phlogopite and Piemontite Physical Properties


Piemontite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85   
Not Available   

Fracture
None, Uneven   
Uneven, Splintery   

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)   
[001] good, [100] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Not Available   

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Phlogopite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

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Phlogopite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phlogopite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phlogopite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phlogopite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.

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