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Mother of Pearl and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65-2.87
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-4.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
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(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Mother of Pearl and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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

Mother of Pearl and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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