Whitlockite and Topazolite Physical Properties

Whitlockite and Topazolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Topazolite 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 Topazolite 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 Topazolite- Ca 3Fe 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Whitlockite and Topazolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Topazolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Topazolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 3.70-4.10 whereas that of Topazolite is 3.70-4.10.