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Apophyllite KF
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Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37
3.84
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
none, may show indistinct parting
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12

Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.