Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite 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 Poldervaartite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Poldervaartite- (Ca,Mn2+ ) 2(SiO 3OH)(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Poldervaartite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 2.91 whereas that of Poldervaartite is 2.91.