Chlorapatite and Melanite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Melanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Melanite 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 Melanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Melanite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Chlorapatite and Melanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Melanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Melanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Melanite is 3.70-4.10.