Apophyllite and Leucophanite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.30-2.50
  
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Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Brittle, Metallic
  
Cleavage
Perfect on (001)
  
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
  
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Chemical Composition
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  
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Apophyllite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula
While comparing Apophyllite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Apophyllite and Leucophanite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.