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Anglesite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Apophyllite KF and Anglesite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39  
2.33-2.37  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct  
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
3-3.5  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references  
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)  

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Anglesite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite 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 Anglesite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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Anglesite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Apophyllite KF Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Apophyllite KF Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Apophyllite KF is 2.33-2.37.

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