Citrine and Wavellite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
2.36
Fracture
ConchoidalMichael OâDonoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
Cleavage
Indiscernible
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
Chemical Composition
SiO2
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Citrine and Wavellite Chemical Formula
While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Wavellite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Citrine- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Citrine and Wavellite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Citrine and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Citrine and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Citrine is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.