Whitlockite and Star diopside Physical Properties

Whitlockite and Star diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Star diopside 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 Star diopside 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 Star diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Whitlockite and Star diopside Specific Gravity

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