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Scorodite and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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-9999
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor
3.5-4
FeAsO4·2H2O
 
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3.12
Uneven
None
-9999
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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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 Vs Whitlockite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scorodite is whereas that of Whitlockite is .