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Fluorapatite
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Fluorapatite and Moss Opal 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
3.1-3.251.98-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
55.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Fluorapatite and Moss Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Moss Opal 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 Moss Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Moss Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Fluorapatite and Moss Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Moss Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Moss Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Moss Opal is 1.98-2.50.