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Apophyllite
Apophyllite

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Apophyllite and Sphene 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
2.30-2.50Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on (001)
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Apophyllite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Sphene 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 Sphene chemical formula.

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

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