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Chlorite group and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.6-3.3
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
Lamellar
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect 001
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Chlorite group and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Chlorite group and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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

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