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Spinel and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
none
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.64-3.66
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgAl2O4
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Spinel and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Spinel and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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