Gypsum and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum 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 Gypsum and Chlorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Gypsum and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

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