Color | White to off-white |
Hardness | 1-2 on Mohs scale |
Specific Gravity | 2.16 – 2.68 g/cm³ |
Particle Size | 0.1 – 2 µm |
Shape | Plate-like, flaky |
Density | 2.6 – 2.7 g/cm³ |
Porosity | Low to moderate |
Moisture Content | 5-15% |
Bulk Density | 0.8 – 1.3 g/cm³ |
Thermal Conductivity | Low |
pH | 4.5 – 5.5 |
Luster | Vitreous to dull |
Transparency | Opaque |
Refractive Index | 1.56 – 1.58 |