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Apophyllite

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Apophyllite and Goshenite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.30-2.50
Uneven
Perfect on (001)
4.5-5
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
 
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2.60-2.90
Conchoidal
3,1 basal
7.5-8
Be3Al2SiO6

Apophyllite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

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