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Scorodite 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
Not Available3.12
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4Not 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)

Scorodite and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite 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)

Scorodite and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

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