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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Bort Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
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Apophyllite KF and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Bort 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 Bort chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
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Apophyllite KF and Bort Specific Gravity

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