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Apophyllite KF
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Spinel and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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3.64-3.66
Conchoidal, Uneven
None, but may exhibit slight parting
8
MgAl2O4
 
Brittle
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2.33-2.37
Uneven
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
4.5-5
(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.

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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 Vs Apophyllite KF during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Spinel is whereas that of Apophyllite KF is .