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Opal Ethiopia and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Apophyllite KF and Opal Ethiopia Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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2.33-2.37   

Fracture
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Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
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(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   

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Opal Ethiopia and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Ethiopia 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 Opal Ethiopia and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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Opal Ethiopia and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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

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