Wardite and Childrenite Physical Properties

Wardite and Childrenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite and Childrenite 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 Wardite and Childrenite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Childrenite- (Fe,Mn)AlPO 4(OH) 2 -H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Wardite and Childrenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Childrenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Childrenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 3.06-3.25 whereas that of Childrenite is 3.06-3.25.