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Chlorapatite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.17-3.18
2.4-2.5
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Chlorapatite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Chlorapatite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.