Phosphates
The phosphate minerals are characterized by way of the tetrahedral [PO4]three− unit, despite the fact that the structure can be generalized, and phosphorus is replaced by means of antimony, arsenic, or vanadium. The most common phosphate is the apatite group; not unusual species inside this organization are fluorapatite (Ca5(PO4)3F), chlorapatite (Ca5(PO4)3Cl) and hydroxylapatite (Ca5(PO4)3(OH)). Minerals on this group are the primary crystalline components of teeth and bones in vertebrates.
Apatite
Apatite is a very common mineral, but transparent gemstone-quality apatite is extremely rare. Despite the fact that apatite is the defining mineral for 5 on Mohs scale of hardness, the gemstone remains virtually unknown to most, and is seldom found in jewelry stores.
Eosphorite
Eosphorite is a mineral belonging to the group of phosphates. It typically forms in pegmatite veins, which are coarse-grained igneous rocks found in association...
Pyromorphite
Pyromorphite is a secondary lead mineral that forms in the oxidation zones of lead ore deposits. It is classified as a member of the...
Torbernite
Torbernite is a mineral belonging to the uranyl phosphate group. Its chemical formula is (Cu,U)2(PO4)2·8-12H2O. It typically forms bright green to emerald-green crystals, often...
Variscite
Variscite is a term used to describe a type of mineral that belongs to the group of aluminum phosphate minerals. It is characterized by...
Brazilianite
Brazilianite is a rare and highly valued gemstone named after its country of origin, Brazil. It is a phosphate mineral that belongs to the...
Cacoxenite
Cacoxenite is a mineral that is primarily composed of iron, aluminum, phosphate, and hydroxide ions. It is a relatively rare mineral and is often...
Vanadinite
Vanadinite is a striking mineral known for its vibrant red to orange-red hexagonal crystals. Composed primarily of lead, vanadium, oxygen, and chlorine, it forms...
Childrenite
Childrenite is a relatively rare mineral that is composed of basic iron aluminum phosphate. It belongs to the phosphate mineral group and is often...
Yellow Apatite
Yellow Apatite is a variety of the mineral apatite, which belongs to the phosphate group. Apatite itself is a group of phosphate minerals that...
Vermiculite
Vermiculite is a naturally occurring mineral that has gained significant attention due to its unique properties and various applications. It is a hydrated, laminar,...
Phosphophyllite
Phosphophyllite is a mineral and a member of the apatite group. It is known for its striking blue-green color and gem-like appearance, which has...
