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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Boleite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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-
2.33-2.37
Uneven
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
4.5-5
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
 
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-
5.05
Uneven
[001] perfect
3-3.5
Pb 26Ag 10Cu 24Cl 62(OH) 48 · 3H 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Apophyllite KF and Boleite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Boleite 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 KF and Boleite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Boleite Specific Gravity

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