Musgravite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Musgravite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Apophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Musgravite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

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