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Amber and Wavellite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
2.36
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
None
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber and Wavellite 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 Amber and Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.