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Fluorapatite and Gyrolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.252.48
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Brittle, Uneven, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
Perfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Fluorapatite and Gyrolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Gyrolite 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 Gyrolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gyrolite- NaCa16Si23AlO60(OH)8•64(H2O)

Fluorapatite and Gyrolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Gyrolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Gyrolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 2.48 whereas that of Gyrolite is 2.48.