Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite Physical Properties

Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite 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 Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Libyan Desert Glass and Apatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Libyan Desert Glass is 3.16-3.23 whereas that of Apatite is 3.16-3.23.