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Apophyllite KF and Flint Physical Properties


Flint and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   
Not Available   

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Apophyllite KF and Flint Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Flint 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 Flint chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Flint Specific Gravity

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

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