Paraiba and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

Paraiba

Apophyllite KF

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.132.33-2.37

1 7.18

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

7-7.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Paraiba and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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

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Paraiba and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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