Elaeolite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Elaeolite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Elaeolite 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 Elaeolite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

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

Elaeolite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

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