Chlorapatite and Chromite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Chromite 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 Chromite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Chlorapatite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.