Apatite vs Diamond
| Property | Apatite | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH) | C |
| Crystal System | Hexagonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 08 Phosphates, Arsenates, and Vanadates | 01 Native Elements |
| Mohs Hardness | 5.0 | 10.0 |
| Color | Green, blue, yellow, violet, colorless | Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Streak | White | None |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Poor {0001} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |