Marialite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.50
2.33-2.37
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
Cleavage
Distinct on {100} and {110}
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Marialite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula
While comparing Marialite 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 Marialite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Marialite- 3NaAlSi 3O 8 · NaClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)
Marialite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marialite and Apophyllite KF Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marialite and Apophyllite KF Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marialite is 2.33-2.37 whereas that of Apophyllite KF is 2.33-2.37.