Spinel and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Spinel and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Spinel 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 Spinel and Whitlockite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl₂O₄
• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Spinel and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

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