Formula : Ca5(PO4)3(OH)
Family:
Space group:
Monoclinic - Domatic HM symbol (m) Space Group: P 63/m 6/
Dana class:
41.8.1.0VII - 41 Anhydrous Phosphates, etc. Containing Hydroxyl or Halogen ; 41.8 Anhydrous Phosphates, etc. Containing Hydroxyl or Halogen where(?)5 (XO4)3 Zq ; 41.8.1
High temperature:
It is stable in a wide range of temperature. Its stability at room temperature is possible.
Geological context:
Apatite is the most abundant naturally occuring phosphate on Earth. Occurs in metamorphic rocks, sedimentary environments or precipitate from hydrothermal solutions
Dernière mise à jour le 25.01.2021