Simpsonite and Apatite Physical Properties

Simpsonite and Apatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Apatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Apatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3(F,OH,Cl)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Simpsonite and Apatite Specific Gravity

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