Iolite and Whitlockite Chemical Formula
While comparing Iolite and Whitlockite 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 Iolite and Whitlockite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg2Al4Si5O18
- Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)