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Apophyllite KF and Sapphire Physical Properties


Sapphire and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.33-2.37   
3.95-4.03   

Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   
None, but may exhibit parting   

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 Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite KF and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite KF and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite KF is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.

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