Chlorapatite and Xonotlite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chlorapatite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chlorapatite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chlorapatite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chlorapatite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.