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Periclase 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
3.7-3.9
3.1-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{001} perfect; {111} imperfect, may exhibit parting on , {011}
Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Periclase and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Periclase 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 Periclase and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Periclase- MgOMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Periclase and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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