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Fluorapatite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1-3.25   
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Cleavage
Indistinct   
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Mohs Hardness
5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Fluorapatite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Bixbite 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 Fluorapatite and Bixbite chemical formula.

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Fluorapatite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

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

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