Properties
Mineral group: Phosphate
Chemistry: Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH)
Color: Usually green, less often colorless, yellow, blue to violet, pink and brown
Crystal system: Hexagonal
Mohs Scale hardness: 5
Refractive index: 1.634 - 1.638
Birefringence: .002-.008
Specific gravity: 3.16 - 3.22
Other
The primary use of the mineral apatite is in the manufacture of fertilizer - it is a source of phosphorus. It is occasionally used as a gemstone. Good qualitys possible for gemstone use are rare but found in several locations around the world.
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Apatite in healing (Source: ChatGPT)
Apatite is a beautiful crystal that comes in colors like blue, green, yellow and sometimes pink. Known for its inspirational and energy-boosting properties, it is often used to enhance communication, creativity and personal growth.
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