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Clintonite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Clintonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.1  
2.36  

Fracture
-  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Perfect on {001}  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
Ca(Mg,Al)3(Al3Si)O10(OH)2  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Clintonite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Clintonite 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 Clintonite and Wavellite chemical formula.

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Clintonite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

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

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