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Apophyllite KF
Apophyllite KF

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Apophyllite KF and Thomsonite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
Brittle
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2.33-2.37
Uneven
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
4.5-5
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
 
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2.25-2.40
-
perfect on {010}; good on {100}
5-5.5
NaCa 2Al 5Si 5O 20 · 6H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Apophyllite KF and Thomsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite KF and Thomsonite 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 Thomsonite chemical formula.

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Apophyllite KF and Thomsonite Specific Gravity

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