Uvite and Whitlockite Physical Properties

Uvite and Whitlockite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite 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 Uvite and Whitlockite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Uvite and Whitlockite Specific Gravity

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