Microcline and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Microcline and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Apophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Microcline and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

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