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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF
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Apophyllite KF and Moissanite 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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3.17-3.24
Conchoidal
(0001) indistinct
9-9.5
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Apophyllite KF and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Moissanite Specific Gravity

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