Whitlockite and Variscite Physical Properties

Whitlockite

Variscite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.122.42-2.58

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle

Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

[010] perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available4-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 9(Mg,Fe2+ )(PO 4) 6(PO 3OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

Whitlockite and Variscite Chemical Formula

While comparing Whitlockite and Variscite 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 Variscite 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 Variscite- AlPO₄ · 2(H₂O)

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Whitlockite and Variscite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Whitlockite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Whitlockite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Whitlockite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.