Fuchsite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

Fuchsite and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Fuchsite and Chlorapatite 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 Fuchsite and Chlorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Fuchsite and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Fuchsite and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Fuchsite and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Fuchsite is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.