Selenite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Selenite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Selenite- CaSO4·2H2O
• Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Selenite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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