Synonyms
HYDROXYAPATITE
Durapatite
Hydroxylapatite
Calcium hydroxyapatite
Description
The mineral component of bones and teeth; it has been used therapeutically as a prosthetic aid and in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
Molecular Formula
Ca5(PO4)3(OH)
SMILES
[OH-].[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[O-]P(=O)([O-])[O-].[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2]
Boiling Point
158ºC at 760 mmHg
Density, g/cm3
1.038 at 25 ℃
Melting Point
1100ºC(lit.)
Standard
NF/EP, low-alumina