Apophyllite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

Apophyllite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Gaylussite 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 Apophyllite and Gaylussite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Apophyllite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.