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Biotite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Apophyllite KF and Biotite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.7-3.3   
2.33-2.37   

Fracture
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White   
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
Perfect on the {001}   
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
2.5-3.0   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2   
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   

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Biotite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Biotite and Apophyllite KF 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 Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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Biotite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Biotite and Apophyllite KF Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Biotite and Apophyllite KF Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Biotite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Apophyllite KF is 2.33-2.37.

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