Chlorapatite and Topazolite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite chemical formula.

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

Chlorapatite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

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