Petalite and Apatite Physical Properties

Petalite and Apatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Petalite 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 Petalite and Apatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Petalite- LiAlSi 4O 10Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Petalite and Apatite Specific Gravity

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