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 3.16 - 3.223.16 - 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 few locations around the world. Apatite Cat´s Eye is a varity of Apatite that also have the cat´s eye effect.
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Apatite Cat's Eye in Healing
Apatite Cat's Eye is a fascinating crystal that combines the powerful energy of Apatite for manifestation and insight with the protective and focusing effect of Cat's Eye. It is particularly useful for promoting clarity, intuition, and personal development.
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