Apatite and Sphene Physical Properties

Apatite and Sphene Chemical Formula

While comparing Apatite and Sphene 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 Sphene 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 Sphene- CaTiSiO5

Apatite and Sphene Specific Gravity

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