Fluorite

CaF2

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Fluorite is known for its wide range of colors and is the reference mineral for hardness 4 on the Mohs scale. Many specimens exhibit strong fluorescence under ultraviolet light — the phenomenon was actually named after this mineral.

晶系 Cubic (Isometric)
矿物分类 03 Halides
莫氏硬度 4.0
比重 3.13-3.18
颜色 Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink
光泽 Vitreous
条痕色 White
解理 Perfect octahedral {111}
断口 Conchoidal
透明度 Transparent
晶体习性 Cubic, octahedral

莫氏硬度

Mohs Hardness: 4.0 – 4.0
1 Soft10 Hard

晶系

Cubic (Isometric)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Fluorite?
Fluorite has a Mohs hardness of 4.0.
What crystal system does Fluorite belong to?
Fluorite crystallizes in the Cubic (Isometric) crystal system.
What color is Fluorite?
Fluorite is typically Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink.
What type of luster does Fluorite have?
Fluorite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Fluorite?
The chemical formula of Fluorite is CaF2.