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Bikolite 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
2.34-2.51
2.30-2.50
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on (001)
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bikolite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bikolite 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 Bikolite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Bikolite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

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

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