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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.371.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.