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Apophyllite and Leucophanite Physical Properties


Leucophanite and Apophyllite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
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Solubility
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Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.30-2.50   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Perfect on (001)   
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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