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Soapstone and Phlogopite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
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None
2.5
Mg3(Si4O10)(OH)2
 
Tough
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2.78-2.85
Uneven
Perfect basal (001)
2-2.5
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2

Soapstone and Phlogopite Chemical Formula

While comparing Soapstone and Phlogopite 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 Soapstone and Phlogopite chemical formula.

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Soapstone and Phlogopite Specific Gravity

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