Apatite vs Copper
| Property | Apatite | Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH) | Cu |
| Sistema Cristalino | Hexagonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Mineral | 08 Phosphates, Arsenates, and Vanadates | 01 Native Elements |
| Dureza Mohs | 5.0 | 2.5-3.0 |
| Cor | Green, blue, yellow, violet, colorless | Copper-red, tarnishes to brown/green |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Metallic |
| Traço | White | Copper-red |
| Transparência | Transparent | Opaque |
| Clivagem | Poor {0001} | None |
| Fratura | Conchoidal to uneven | Hackly |