Langbeinite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Langbeinite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite and Fluorapatite 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 Langbeinite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3
• Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Langbeinite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Langbeinite and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Langbeinite and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Langbeinite is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.