mineral
Blue Apatite
Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, vibrant blue to teal color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and poor cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale, vibrant blue to teal color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and poor cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through the crystallization of phosphate-rich fluids.
Uses & applications
Primarily used as a gemstone in jewelry, as well as an ore source for phosphorus and fertilizer production.
Geological facts
Apatite is the defining mineral for a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale and is chemically similar to human tooth enamel.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive blue color, hexagonal crystal form, and relatively soft Mohs hardness of 5; commonly sourced from Madagascar, Brazil, and Mexico.
