Sphene and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Sphene and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Whitlockite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphene- CaTiSiO5
• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Sphene and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

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