Villiaumite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Villiaumite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Villiaumite 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 Villiaumite and Fluorapatite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Villiaumite- NaFUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Villiaumite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

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