Chlorapatite and Marcasite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Marcasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Marcasite 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 Marcasite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Marcasite- FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chlorapatite and Marcasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Marcasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Marcasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 4.80-4.90 whereas that of Marcasite is 4.80-4.90.