Chlorapatite and Thulite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Chlorapatite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.