Chlorapatite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite

Scorodite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.17-3.18Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Chlorapatite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Chlorapatite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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