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Starlite and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.91-4.73
2.33-2.37
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Starlite and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Starlite 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 Starlite and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Starlite- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Apophyllite KF- (K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)

Starlite and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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