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Mimetite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
7.10
3.1-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
[10 1 1] Imperfect
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Mimetite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mimetite 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 Mimetite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Mimetite- Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Mimetite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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