Adamite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
2.33-2.37
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Adamite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Apophyllite KF 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 Adamite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Adamite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Apophyllite KF Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Apophyllite KF Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Apophyllite KF is 2.33-2.37.