Whitlockite and Allanite Physical Properties

Whitlockite and Allanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Allanite 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 Whitlockite and Allanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Allanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Allanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 3.40-4.20 whereas that of Allanite is 3.40-4.20.