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Whitlockite and Chiastolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.123.00-3.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Whitlockite and Chiastolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite 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 Chiastolite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

Whitlockite and Chiastolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Chiastolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Chiastolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 3.00-3.15 whereas that of Chiastolite is 3.00-3.15.