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Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1-3.25
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indistinct
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MnCO3

Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.