Chlorapatite and Goethite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Goethite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Goethite 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 Goethite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Goethite- FeO(OH)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chlorapatite and Goethite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Goethite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Goethite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 4.27-4.29 whereas that of Goethite is 4.27-4.29.