Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte Physical Properties

Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte 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 Eudialyte chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Eudialyte- Na 4(Ca,Ce) 2(Fe,Mn,Y)ZrSi 8O 22(OH,Cl) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Eudialyte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 2.74-3.00 whereas that of Eudialyte is 2.74-3.00.