Eosphorite and Williamsite Physical Properties

Eosphorite and Williamsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Eosphorite and Williamsite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Eosphorite and Williamsite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Eosphorite- Mn2+ Al(PO 4)(OH) 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Williamsite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Eosphorite and Williamsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Eosphorite and Williamsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Eosphorite and Williamsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Eosphorite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Williamsite is 2.51-2.63.