Chambersite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Fluorapatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.503.1-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Chambersite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Chambersite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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