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Fluorapatite and Lawsonite 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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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.25
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Fluorapatite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Fluorapatite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.