mineral
Green Apatite
Fluorapatite (Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH))
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 5, vibrant green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, poor cleavage, specific gravity of 3.1-3.2.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 5, vibrant green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, poor cleavage, specific gravity of 3.1-3.2.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments through hydrothermal activity and crystallization in pegmatites.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in fertilizer production for its phosphate content, and valued as a collector mineral or minor gemstone.
Geological facts
Apatite is the defining mineral for a hardness of 5 on the Mohs scale and is the primary component of tooth enamel and bone.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinctive hexagonal prisms, green coloration, and characteristic hardness of 5. Commonly sourced from Madagascar, Brazil, and Mexico.
