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Goshenite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.60-2.90
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
3,1 basal
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be3Al2SiO6
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Goshenite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Goshenite 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 Goshenite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Goshenite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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