Apophyllite and Musgravite Physical Properties

Apophyllite and Musgravite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Musgravite 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 Musgravite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Apophyllite and Musgravite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Musgravite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Musgravite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is 3.62-3.68 whereas that of Musgravite is 3.62-3.68.