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Mellite and Fluorapatite 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
1.58-1.60
3.1-3.25
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{011} Imperfect
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Mellite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mellite 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 Mellite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Mellite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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