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Paraiba and Whitlockite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.04-3.133.12
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Paraiba and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Whitlockite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Paraiba and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Paraiba and Whitlockite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Paraiba and Whitlockite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Paraiba is 3.12 whereas that of Whitlockite is 3.12.