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Whitlockite and Ekanite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.12
3.28-3.32
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
None
{101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Whitlockite and Ekanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Ekanite 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 Ekanite 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 Ekanite- ThCa 2Si 8O 20Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Whitlockite and Ekanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Ekanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Ekanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 3.28-3.32 whereas that of Ekanite is 3.28-3.32.