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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

Garnet
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Apophyllite KF and Garnet Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
-
-
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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3.55-4.33
Conchoidal, Uneven
Indistinct
6.5-7.5
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.

Apophyllite KF and Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Garnet 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 Garnet chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Garnet Specific Gravity

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