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Apophyllite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.50
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on (001)
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Apophyllite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Apophyllite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.