Chlorapatite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorapatite and Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Chlorapatite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.