Alunite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Alunite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Alunite and Fluorapatite 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 Alunite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Alunite- KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6
• Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Alunite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Alunite and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Alunite and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Alunite is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.