Whitlockite and Chabazite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.12
2.08-2.16
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
distinct/good on {1011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
4.5
Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Whitlockite and Chabazite Chemical Formula
While comparing Whitlockite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite 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 Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Whitlockite and Chabazite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.