Chlorapatite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Chlorapatite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.