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Apophyllite
Apophyllite

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Apophyllite and Scorzalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.503.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on (001)
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Apophyllite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Apophyllite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.