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Beudantite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.483.1-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
distinct; good on {0001}
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.55
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Beudantite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Beudantite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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