Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite Physical Properties

Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite 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 Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Saltwater pearl and Chlorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Saltwater pearl is 3.17-3.18 whereas that of Chlorapatite is 3.17-3.18.