Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet Physical Properties

Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet 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 Andradite Garnet chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Andradite Garnet- Ca₃Fe³⁺₂Si₃O₁₂

Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Andradite Garnet Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 3.8-3.9 whereas that of Andradite Garnet is 3.8-3.9.