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Apophyllite KF and Ruby Physical Properties


Ruby and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37  
3.97-4.05  

Fracture
Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}  
No true cleavage  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
9  

Chemical Composition
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)  
Al 2 O 3  

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Apophyllite KF and Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Ruby 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 Ruby chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 3.97-4.05 whereas that of Ruby is 3.97-4.05.

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