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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

Chondrodite
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Apophyllite KF and Chondrodite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
2.33-2.37
Uneven
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
4.5-5
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
 
Brittle
Soluble
-
3.10-3.20
Uneven, Conchoidal
Poor to good on (001)
6-6.5
(Mg,Fe) 5(SiO 4) 2(F,OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Apophyllite KF and Chondrodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Chondrodite 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 Chondrodite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Chondrodite Specific Gravity

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