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Fluorapatite and Goshenite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.252.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Be3Al2SiO6

Fluorapatite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Fluorapatite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.