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Chlorapatite and Goshenite Physical Properties


Goshenite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.17-3.18   
2.60-2.90   

Fracture
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ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
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3,1 basal   

Mohs Hardness
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7.5-8   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Be3Al2SiO6   

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Chlorapatite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

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Chlorapatite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.

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