Lead apatite generally refers to a group of minerals that belong to the apatite family and contain lead as a significant component. Apatite is a mineral that is primarily composed of calcium phosphate and is often represented by the formula Ca5(PO4)3(F, Cl, OH). In the case of lead apatite, lead (Pb) replaces some of the calcium ions in the structure, leading to variations in the mineral's composition.
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