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Fluorapatite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1-3.25   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
Indistinct   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Fluorapatite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fluorapatite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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Fluorapatite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fluorapatite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fluorapatite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fluorapatite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.

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