Apatite and Helenite Physical Properties

Apatite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apatite and Helenite 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 Helenite 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
• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂

Apatite and Helenite Specific Gravity

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