Whitlockite and Scorodite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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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)
  
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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.
- 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 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.