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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
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Apophyllite KF and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
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Apophyllite KF and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.