Wardite and Fluorite Physical Properties

Wardite and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite 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 Fluorite- CaF₂

Wardite and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wardite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wardite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wardite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.