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Definitions for fluorapatite
flu·o·ra·p·atite
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fluorapatitenoun
a form of apatite in which fluorine predominates over chlorine
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fluorapatitenoun
A calcium halophosphate mineral, in which fluoride replaces the hydroxide of apatite, that is mined as a phosphate ore, and occurs in the enamel of teeth
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fluorapatite
Fluorapatite is a type of apatite mineral that contains fluorine, a halogen element. Its chemical formula is Ca5(PO4)3F. It is most commonly found in metamorphic rocks, and is also the main component of tooth enamel and bone mineral. Fluorapatite is used in the production of phosphoric acid and fertilizers. It also helps to resist acid attack in dental health, when fluoride ions are incorporated into tooth enamel.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of fluorapatite in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of fluorapatite in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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