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Meionite and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.783.17-3.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Meionite and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Meionite 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 Meionite and Chlorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Meionite and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

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