Chlorapatite and Norbergite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Norbergite 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 Norbergite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chlorapatite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.