Does its chemical formula means that it is a solid solution like Olivine? Apophyllite has (F,OH) as part of its formula which I aasume F can predominate over OH and vice versa. But I am unclear if that means a solid solution becauase its full formula isKCA4SI8O20(F,OH).8H2O
Any help would be appreciated.
2007-07-07 15:16:17 · 2 answers · asked by Gideon 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
http://mineral.galleries.com/minerals/silicate/apophyll/apophyll.htm this is a full explanation on this mineral. I hope this will clarify the mineral formula. there are different types of Apophyllite so there are different formulas.
2007-07-07 17:55:40 · answer #1 · answered by Kristenite’s Back! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No; chemically apophyllite is potassium and calcium fluorosilicate octahydrate, and my reference exhibits no sturdy answer with the different cationic factors. it is a member of a relatives of silicate minerals referred to as zeolites.
2016-12-10 05:18:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋