Whitlockite and Eilat stone Physical Properties

Whitlockite and Eilat stone Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Eilat stone 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 Eilat stone 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 Eilat stone- Cu3(PO4)(OH)3

Whitlockite and Eilat stone Specific Gravity

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