Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite chemical formula.

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

Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.