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Chromite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Apophyllite KF and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
2.33-2.37   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   

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Chromite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite 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 Chromite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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Chromite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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

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