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Beudantite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.482.30-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}
Perfect on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.54.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Beudantite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite and Apophyllite 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 Beudantite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Beudantite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Beudantite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Beudantite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Beudantite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.