Chlorapatite and Hyalite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Hyalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Hyalite 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 Hyalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Hyalite- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chlorapatite and Hyalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Hyalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Hyalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is Not Available whereas that of Hyalite is Not Available.