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Whitlockite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Whitlockite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.12   
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Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle   
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Cleavage
None   
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Mohs Hardness
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Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Whitlockite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Whitlockite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Idocrase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Idocrase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is Not Available whereas that of Idocrase is Not Available.

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