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Fluorite - Mineral Properties and Uses |
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Uses |
Fluorite uses include: flux, drinking water, ornamental stone. |
Color |
colorless, green, blue, purple, yellow, red, black |
Streak |
white |
Luster |
vitreous |
Diaphaneity |
transparent to translucent |
Cleavage |
perfect, octahedral |
Hardness |
4 |
Specific Gravity |
3.2 |
Distinguishing
Characteristics |
cleavage, hardness, luster |
Crystal System |
isometric |
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This cut gemstone of fluorite is from Afghanistan.
The gem is 5.2 carats and approximately 13 millimeters by 10 millimeters.
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Banded pieces of fluorite from China.
Cabochons are approximately 27 millimeters by 20 millimeters.
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A natural green fluorite cabochon from Brazil.
This gem is approximately 3.6 carats and 10 millimeters by 8 millimeters.
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