Apatite and Blue spinel Physical Properties

Apatite and Blue spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Apatite and Blue spinel 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 Apatite and Blue spinel chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Apatite and Blue spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apatite and Blue spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apatite and Blue spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apatite is Not Available whereas that of Blue spinel is Not Available.