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Apophyllite KF
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Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
2.51-2.63
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.