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Whitlockite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Whitlockite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.12   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
None   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Whitlockite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

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Whitlockite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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

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