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Whitlockite and Obsidian 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
3.12
2.35-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
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5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Whitlockite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Obsidian 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 Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Whitlockite- Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Whitlockite and Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.