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Apophyllite KF and Gahnite Physical Properties


Gahnite 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   
4.00-4.62   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   
Conchoidal, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   
Indistinct parting on [111]   

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5   
7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   
ZnAl 2O 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

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Apophyllite KF and Gahnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Gahnite 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 Gahnite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Gahnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Gahnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Gahnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 4.00-4.62 whereas that of Gahnite is 4.00-4.62.

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