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Aragonite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Aragonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Dilute acid   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96   
2.36   

Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous   

Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}   
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Aragonite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Aragonite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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