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Apache Tear and Biotite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
Conchoidal
None
5-5.5
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Brittle
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2.7-3.3
Uneven, Even
Perfect on the {001}
2.5-3.0
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Apache Tear and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear and Biotite 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 Apache Tear and Biotite chemical formula.

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Apache Tear and Biotite Specific Gravity

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