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Apophyllite KF
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Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz 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
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
SiO2

Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz 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 Rose Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Rose Quartz- SiO2

Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Rose Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 2.65 whereas that of Rose Quartz is 2.65.