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Biotite and Apache Tear Physical Properties


Apache Tear and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Not Available   
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Durability
Not Available   
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Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3   
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Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White   
Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}   
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Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0   
5-5.5   

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2   
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Biotite and Apache Tear Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Apache Tear 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 Biotite and Apache Tear chemical formula.

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Biotite and Apache Tear Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Apache Tear Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Apache Tear Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is Not Available whereas that of Apache Tear is Not Available.

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