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Apophyllite KF
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Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
3.00-3.15
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
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.