Rhodizite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Rhodizite

Fluorapatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.34-3.443.1-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct

Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

8-8.55

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rhodizite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodizite- (K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Rhodizite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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