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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Franklinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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-
2.33-2.37
Uneven
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
4.5-5
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
 
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5.05-5.22
Uneven
None
5.5-6
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Apophyllite KF and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Franklinite 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 Franklinite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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