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Zircon and Apophyllite KF Physical Properties


Apophyllite KF and Zircon Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
insoluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73   
2.33-2.37   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
{110} and {111}   
Perfect on {001}, imperfect on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4   
(K,Na)Ca4Si8O20(F,OH)•8(H2O)   

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Zircon and Apophyllite KF Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Apophyllite KF chemical formula.

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Zircon and Apophyllite KF Specific Gravity

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

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